Estimator

Western Steel Buildings • Fort Wayne, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Western Steel Buildings, the Estimator role is the strategic bridge between a client’s vision and the project’s financial reality. You are responsible for translating architectural concepts into comprehensive, line-item cost projections. Unlike a standard salesperson, the Estimator performs a "deep dive" into the technical requirements of a project. Analyzing everything from primary steel frames and secondary components to cladding and freight logistics, to ensure that the quoted price is both competitive and profitable.

Requirements

• Extensive technical knowledge of cost/estimating, construction practice, and engineering design, and applicable standards and procedures
• Advanced understanding of different contract methods and how they apply to estimating.
• Experience working with other discipline estimators to develop a comprehensive project estimate.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, perform, review, and present cost estimating projects.
• Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Ability to guide and mentor estimating team members in engineering and construction-based estimating techniques and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, complete, and competitive estimates for complex PEMB projects using MBS and related tools
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource in the field of PEMB design, providing expertise to internal and external stakeholders
• Advise the sales team on best practices for steel building take-offs and design
• Identify, manage, and mitigate financial risk exposure to Western Steel Buildings
• Maintain knowledge of third-party vendors to accurately estimate project costs
• Develop and continuously improve knowledge of PEMB best practices and design limitations
• Review estimates completed by the sales team and other estimators for accuracy and scope
• Report to the Head of Estimating and Engineering
• Uphold the company's mission throughout all aspects of your role

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed