Estimator

Dave Steel Company•Asheville, NC

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1929, Dave Steel Company, a Walters Group Company, has primarily focused on industrial projects requiring expert fabrication, exceptional quality, and exemplary service across the United States. As Dave Steel grows and expands into new markets, we are seeking to welcome aspiring and driven individuals to our team who share our vision, mission and core values. We are incredibly proud of our projects, to name a few: Sierra Nevada Brewery in Asheville, NC, the Mission Hospital Cancer Center in Asheville, NC, The ASU End Zone in Boone, NC, and the Pratt Whitney Building in Asheville, NC. We're an AISC Certified Fabricator in business since 1929. We are committed to supporting and developing our teams. We also ensure a positive, safe, collaborative work environment with ample personal and career development opportunities. If you want to be a part of our team – read on and apply. Even if you feel like you don’t meet all the criteria, please give it a shot, and still apply.

Requirements

Working knowledge of architectural and structural plans for the construction industry
Experience in estimating construction materials
Knowledge of estimating in structural steel and associated building components
Good math skills
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
Detail oriented
Ability to excel under pressure to meet project deadlines
Must be a self-starter and a team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Sitting, Bending, and Standing for long periods of time
Physical ability to work and maneuver around various work areas

Nice To Haves

Technical Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare comprehensive and accurate cost estimates for materials, labor, and associated scope required for projects of varying complexity based on client specifications and in support of the Sales and Operations, requiring minimal oversight and supervision.
Evaluate bid instructions and requirements with specifications for projects selected to bid
Support the Lead Estimator in the set-up of the estimate, estimate schedule, and responsibility matrix
Work with sales team to determine extent of required bid scope, format and strategy to effectively estimate and sell the project
Read and interpret drawings and project specifications
Perform organized material take-off of all materials supplied under scope of work by Dave Steel Company
Utilize Building Information Models (BIM) for quantity take-off and visualization where possible to support preparation of a complete estimate
Evaluate and determine labor requirements of materials fabricated
Incorporate all addendums, RFI and any other project updates during the course of estimate
Identify risks/opportunities associated with contract/project documents, project-specific requirements
Make recommendations for appropriate suppliers and subcontractors to assist with most competitive pricing
Request quotations from appropriate suppliers for items not fabricated or services not provided by Dave Steel Company, maintaining communication with suppliers.
Identify scope gaps and overlaps between DSCO furnished items and suppliers, coordinating with others
Build relationships with material suppliers, erection & misc metal subcontractors to achieve best price
Evaluate supplier quotations for conformance to the bid documents
Organize and present complete direct costs to execute the project in DSCO standard pricing summary
Organize all takeoffs and costs consistent with customer requested pricing format outlined in bid documents or as agreed with sales
Develop proposals in conjunction with the salesperson per DSCO standards and bid requirements
Participate in internal estimate review meetings
Effectively interface with Project Managers, Purchasing, Detail Coordinators and all of Operations
Participate in project turnovers to Operations following successful award of a project to convey all knowledge associated with the scope and pricing of the project
Prepare estimates and supporting backup information to support proposed change order work required by project managers and Operations
Communicate status of work as relating to specific deadlines and scope of work with Estimating Manager and sales team
Make recommendations for pricing database changes
Make recommendations for software upgrades and changes / assist with development of estimating procedures
Special project management, project tasks and sales as required