Structural Steel - Misc. Metals Estimator

Doral Corporation•Milwaukee, WI

16h

About The Position

Doral Corporation is a full-service, third-generation, family-owned industrial contractor serving manufacturing, industrial, food and beverage, and material-handling markets. The Structural/Misc. Metals Estimator supports the company’s growing operations by estimating structural and miscellaneous metals projects across a range of industries, materials, and solutions. The role requires familiarity with the company’s fabrication technology and capabilities. Doral serves Milwaukee and surrounding areas as well as customers nationwide, so periodic travel for jobsite walkthroughs may be required. The estimator works closely with Business Development, Operations, Project Management, customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and the purchasing agent from initial bid review through project completion. Responsibilities include preparing project scopes and detailed estimates, reviewing contract terms, coordinating purchasing and fabrication handoffs, and monitoring project schedule and financial performance. The estimator also participates in post-job reviews and manages two to three projects per year to gain a holistic understanding of the estimating and project-management cycle. The position may involve time on the manufacturing floor and local work-related travel to different plants. Personal protective equipment may be required at job sites. Compensation is $80,000–$100,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or associate degree in Construction Management, and/or 3–5 years of industry experience in a Project Management or Estimating position.
Structural steel or miscellaneous metals estimating experience.
Demonstrated success in prior roles or projects.
Experience using a PC and Microsoft Office.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle multiple jobs and responsibilities at the same time.

Nice To Haves

Project portfolio or examples.
Ability to use CAD or Tekla.
Experience with estimating software.

Responsibilities

Maintain ongoing communication with Business Development, Operations, and Project Management to understand current and future work opportunities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
Prepare a detailed scope of work for each quote based on an onsite project review and customer-provided bid documents.
Prepare detailed estimates covering materials, drawing and detailing, labor, equipment, travel, subcontractors, permits, and other project costs.
Work with steel suppliers and the Doral Purchasing Agent to identify pricing and lead times that meet project requirements.
Understand project-specific material specifications and certifications to produce accurate material estimates.
Review contract language before submitting quotes, including schedules, subcontractor agreements, payment terms, insurance and bonding requirements, and liquidated damages.
Facilitate project handoff meetings with the project manager and fabrication department for awarded projects, explaining the scope, bid, hours, materials, and job requirements.
Coordinate material ordering and availability with the fabrication department after project award.
Coordinate with the Doral Purchasing Agent, vendors, and subcontractors to order required materials and services.
Remain available as an active resource and team member to support projects as needed.
Monitor project schedules and financial performance against the scope and estimate, raising concerns promptly with the project manager and manager.
Adjust estimating strategies based on past job performance and stay informed about fabrication technology and efficiency improvements.
Participate in post-job reviews to identify factors affecting project successes and failures and apply those lessons to future estimating.
Fully manage two to three projects per year to understand the estimating and project-management cycle.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; the company currently pays 100% of employee medical premiums.
Basic life and AD&D insurance.
Supplemental life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Health and dependent care FSA.
Pet insurance.
Paid parental leave.
401(k) employer contribution.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee assistance program.
Annual company picnic.
Seven paid holidays.