What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Estimator (Structural Steel) position at Novax Recruitment Group?
Job Title: Project Estimator (Structural Steel)
Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year
Location: San Antonio, TX
Industry: Structural Steel Fabrication and Erection
Core Function:
To be responsible for estimating project costs using customer-provided documents and drawings. This role involves ensuring accurate material, labor, and vendor cost estimations to meet project scope requirements.
The Client:
Our client is a market leader in large commercial structural steel construction projects and believe their people are the most valuable asset and key to success. If you’re looking for your forever company, it’s this one.
Responsibilities:
- Perform lump sum “takeoff” of material, labor, and vendor costs using design drawings and specifications.
- Communicate with General Contractors to clarify project requirements and timelines.
- Request and manage vendor quotes for materials and services.
- Review project specifications to ensure full scope coverage in estimates.
- Provide the estimating manager with detailed Scope of Work, inclusions/exclusions, and qualifications for proposal submission.
- Track bid progress and follow up with contractors on bid awards.
Requirements:
- High School diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in the steel fabrication industry.
- Ability to read and interpret structural/architectural drawings.
- Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, and experience with Blue Beam and On-Screen Takeoff.
- Knowledge of AISC practices, construction standards, and procedures from award to closeout.
Apply Now!
If you are an Estimator with a background in structural steel, apply directly through this advertisement, or send an up-to-date resume to gfiler@novaxrecruitment.com
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000
