Structural Steel Estimator

Vican Manufacturing•San Leon, TX

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Vican Manufacturing Solutions is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive estimates for structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication projects. This position will review bid documents, complete material takeoffs, obtain vendor pricing, and develop proposals that clearly define the project scope.

Requirements

Structural steel estimating or fabrication experience preferred
Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings
Understanding of structural steel shapes, plates, connections, and fabrication processes
Experience performing detailed material takeoffs
Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu is strongly preferred
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other estimating software
Strong math, organization, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple bids and meet submission deadlines
Practical understanding of material purchasing, shop labor, coatings, and freight is preferred

Nice To Haves

Experience with pipe supports, platforms, stairs, handrails, skids, or pipe racks is a plus

Responsibilities

Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and other bid documents
Perform detailed material and labor takeoffs for structural and miscellaneous steel
Estimate material, processing, fabrication, coating, freight, and subcontracted costs
Solicit and evaluate pricing from material suppliers and subcontractors
Identify scope gaps, conflicts, risks, and unclear requirements
Prepare bid clarifications, exclusions, qualifications, and delivery assumptions
Develop accurate estimates and formal customer proposals
Maintain organized bid files and supporting documentation
Coordinate with sales, purchasing, detailing, production, and project management
Assist with handoff meetings for awarded projects
Track outstanding quotes and revise estimates as project information changes
Support change-order pricing and other project-related estimates