Junior Steel Estimator - Structural Steel and Miscellaneous Metals - Base Salary to 90k/year - Houston, TX
Our client is a technology-driven manufacturing organization focused on improving efficiency, transparency, and quality throughout the manufacturing and construction supply chain. They are seeking a Junior Steel Estimator to join their Engineering team and support estimating activities related to structural steel, miscellaneous metals, and joist and deck projects.
This role is ideal for an individual with foundational experience in structural steel estimating, quantity takeoffs, blueprint review, and construction cost analysis who is looking to grow within a collaborative engineering environment.
Responsibilities:
Perform detailed digital quantity takeoffs for structural steel components including beams, columns, trusses, and miscellaneous metals such as stairs, railings, ladders, and platforms.
Review architectural drawings, structural drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents to identify project scope requirements.
Assist with preparing project estimates by analyzing labor, material, equipment, fabrication, and subcontractor costs.
Coordinate with material suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing, lead times, and availability information.
Compile and organize bid packages to support accurate project pricing and proposal development.
Maintain and update estimating databases, unit pricing information, and historical cost records.
Conduct occasional site visits to verify dimensions, review field conditions, and support estimate development.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on estimating accuracy, workflow optimization, and process efficiency.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and estimating teams throughout the bidding process.
Qualifications:
Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent field experience.
Experience performing quantity takeoffs for structural steel, miscellaneous metals, joists, decking, or related construction scopes.
Familiarity with takeoff software such as Bluebeam Revu.
Basic understanding of AISC standards, structural steel fabrication, and common metal fabrication processes.
Strong mathematical aptitude, including the ability to calculate material weights, surface areas, and volumes.
Ability to review construction drawings and identify scope requirements accurately.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify omissions, discrepancies, and hidden scope items within complex drawing packages.
Compensation:
Base salary in the 80k - 90k/year range
Equity package
Health insurance
Internal promotion opportunities and career advancement