Estimator

Drake-Williams Steel•Aurora, CO

1d•$65 - $85•Onsite

About The Position

Structural & Miscellaneous Steel Estimator: Compile project estimates for the supply of structural and miscellaneous fabricated steel on a variety of projects including- commercial, industrial, institutional, and governmental. Estimated must include all material, engineering and detailing labor, buyouts and outside services, freight and any other direct costs.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of steel fabrication practices and procedures.
Excellent ability to read and interpret structural and architectural design drawings and specifications.
Excellent customer service skills including communicative and interpersonal abilities.
Superior math skills.
Ability to manage one’s time and to handle multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines.
Ability to produce organized, systematic, and thorough estimates.
Good knowledge of general construction practices, sequences and techniques as well as shop fabrication processes and methods.
Good computer skills and knowledge.
Associate degree in structural steel detailing or CAD drafting experience preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of steel fabrication, welding shop or construction work experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Compile complete and thorough project estimates from customer supplied project design information, including plans and specifications, or narratives, efficiently and within the time frame allowed.
Communicate project specifications, coordinate and solicit quotes from outside vendors.
Coordinate and develop proposed scope of work with customers.
Review the contract documents and specifications and alert the appropriate company personnel of any unusual or questionable terms, conditions or requirements.
Organize pre-production meetings when required prior to the beginning of detailing.
Upon receipt of an order, develop sequencing and determine the requested delivery dates for each through personal contact with the DWS Project Manager, customer and erector. Also make any necessary changes to the Project Recap Worksheet to reflect the actual agreed upon requirements.
Compile accurate estimates of tonnage, buyouts, detailing and shop hours for each established sequence.
Review material or subcontract documents received from the customer noting any discrepancies from our proposal.
Develop and maintain accurate estimating standards for material and shop labor.
Other tasks, including but not limited to administrative functions, as directed by the supervisor.
Maintain contact and develop beneficial business relationships with customers.