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Hybrid Estimator - Steel/ Industrial Construction in Frederick

Date Posted: 19 June 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Structural Steel Estimator (Hybrid)
Southern Maryland

A premier structural steel fabricator and erector is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Estimator to join their growing team in a highly visible and impactful role. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional who enjoys estimating complex projects while maintaining flexibility through a hybrid work schedule with in-office collaboration every other week in Southern Maryland.

This organization has built a strong reputation for delivering quality steel projects while fostering long-term employee growth, innovation, and a collaborative team environment.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Review and analyze project plans, specifications, scope documents, and bid requirements

  • Lead and coordinate estimating efforts to develop accurate, competitive proposals

  • Prepare quantity takeoffs and develop material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor pricing

  • Evaluate project logistics, scheduling impacts, and execution considerations

  • Assess project risk and identify cost drivers during preconstruction

  • Review vendor and subcontractor quotations and develop final bid strategies

  • Prepare estimates across multiple stages of design (conceptual, schematic, DD, CD, and final pricing)

  • Participate in preconstruction planning and meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders

  • Act as a key point of communication between internal teams and external partners

  • Support continuous improvement of estimating processes and best practices

Qualifications

  • Experience estimating structural steel and/or miscellaneous metals projects

  • Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication and erection processes

  • Proficiency with estimating software and construction technology platforms

  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel

  • Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and construction documents

  • Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills

  • Working knowledge of construction costs, scheduling, and engineering fundamentals

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Hybrid schedule – work remotely with required office collaboration every other week in Southern Maryland

  • Join a respected and established structural steel organization

  • Long-term career growth opportunities

  • Collaborative and team-oriented culture

  • Opportunity to work on high-profile steel projects

For Immediate Consideration — APPLY TODAY

📧 justin.knitt@gogpac.com
📞 608.608.2665

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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