Commercial Metals Estimator

Cherry Bekaert•Owings Mills, MD

About The Position

The Senior Estimator owns the company’s largest and most complex commercial metalwork opportunities, from reviewing initial drawings through preparing and negotiating proposals. The role estimates stairs, railings, structural steel, miscellaneous metals, and architectural metals, developing complete project costs for materials, fabrication labor, finishes, installation, engineering, permits, and equipment. The estimator also surveys renovation sites, reviews plans for code concerns, evaluates supplier and subcontractor pricing, and supports bid strategy and project turnover. The position contributes to estimating quality and pricing accuracy by reviewing junior estimator work and analyzing estimate-to-actual performance. It has no people-management responsibilities and works with project management and customers.

Requirements

At least 7 years of construction estimating experience.
At least 5 years estimating structural steel, miscellaneous metals, ornamental metals, architectural metals, or related fabrication trades.
Strong ability to read architectural, structural, and shop drawings.
Knowledge of fabrication processes and shop production requirements.
Working knowledge of stair, guardrail, and handrail code requirements.
Experience with Bluebeam and Procore.
Proven track record of accurate, profitable bids.
Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Multifamily or commercial renovation project experience.
Existing relationships with Mid-Atlantic property managers, contractors, or engineers.
Construction Management or Engineering degree.
HubSpot CRM experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed estimates for stairs, railings, structural steel, miscellaneous metals, and architectural metals.
Perform quantity takeoffs using Bluebeam and Excel.
Build complete project costs, including materials, fabrication labor, finishes, installation, engineering, permits, and equipment.
Visit renovation sites to survey existing conditions and develop repair or replacement pricing.
Review projects for IBC and ADA compliance and identify code-related concerns.
Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
Create professional proposals and support negotiations through award.
Provide guidance on bid strategy and strategic pursuits.
Review junior estimator work and maintain estimating quality standards.
Partner with Project Management to support smooth project turnover.
Analyze estimate-to-actual performance and continuously improve pricing accuracy.
Maintain opportunities and pipeline activity in HubSpot and Procore.