Gem City Steel Supply's structural steel fabrication operation is located in Marietta, Georgia and is seeking to add a professional estimator/project manager with knowledge of, and proven experience in structural steel estimation and project management. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated self-starter who is well-versed in the best practices of structural fabrication with a mind for generating profit. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 to 15 years of structural steel estimating and steel project management experience in jobs ranging up to 1000+ tons. A welding/fabrication/erection background as well as working knowledge of Tekla and AISC procedures are a strong bonus.
Senior Estimator
Candidates must read complex blueprints and must be able to quickly understand and visualize construction drawings. We require a high level of personal organization, initiative, and a team-oriented approach. Specifically, this position must effectively fulfill the following functions:
- Prepare scope, alternate and exclusions in proposals for review and submission
- Perform thorough and accurate material and labor take-off
- Perform purchasing duties for material required in the scope of work
- Possess a working knowledge of Tekla.
- Prepare a completed recap of costs plus supporting vendor scope analysis for review by managers
- Coordination of project scope and schedule with vendors/subcontractors through phone calls and emails
- Work with designers and contractors to develop value engineering and optional pricing, establish conceptual budget pricing and scope of work, including collaborating on cost and schedule saving ideas.
- Provide feedback to vendors to allow them to best serve our company's needs
- Promote company and capabilities to client and subcontractor base
- Work with project managers during project turnover period to insure a smooth transition from bid to construction
- Work with project managers to prepare change request pricing for design changes
- Establish and maintain relationships with customers and vendors to strengthen cooperation
- Prioritize to meet deadlines on multiple bids
- Be proficient in ability to create, track, and organize multiple rounds of bids, post bid pricing, and action items
- Act as point of contact for large complex projects requiring many rounds of budgeting, coordination, follow up, and scope review / adjustments
- Act as pre-construction manager on multiple recurring project designs. Requires ability to quickly use previous projects as references and implementation into new design.
Required: Two-year technical degree or higher, with 10-15 years’ experience specific to steel fabrication. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft computer skills, particularly Excel, natural aptitude handling & analyzing numbers. Must have flexibility to work overtime during periods of high volume. Knowledge in Tekla EPM software is a must.
Preferred: Four-year bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering or applied engineering studies. Continuing education in construction, organization, and technical skills is strongly encouraged.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Medical Cost Sharing Health Program
- Paid time off
Compensation package:
- Performance bonuses
- Yearly increases in compensation
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
