Structural Steel Estimator

Structural Steel Estimator - B&B Iron Works, Inc. – Hackensack, NJ, US

We are a premier structural steel and miscellaneous metals fabricator located in Clifton, NJ. Our typical projects include universities, K‑12 schools, hospitals, government buildings, data centers, and residential hi‑rises throughout the Northeast United States. For more information, please visit our website at

We currently have an opening for the position of Structural Steel Estimator. This is an entry level position which involves the following tasks:

• reviewing project specifications and other bid documents
• reading and interpreting structural and architectural drawings
• performing material take-offs of steel items
• using MS Excel to accurately quantify items in scope of work
• soliciting quotes from subcontractors and suppliers
• communicating project-related information with co-workers, general contractor, and design team
• generating RFI’s/asking questions when information in bid documents is missing or unclear, and following up to ensure answers are received

The requirements for this position are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related field
• Construction experience preferred, but not required.
• Computer Skills – familiarity with Bluebeam, MS Excel, and MS Word
• Communication/Documentation – Ability to clearly and properly communicate both verbally and in writing and to document all conversations.
• Reading Comprehension - Able to read and fully understand project documents: contract drawings, specifications, etc.
• Critical Thinking/Judgement - Able to work through problems and propose logical solutions
• Time Management - Able to meet all project deadlines and response to others in a timely fashion
• Active Listening - Give full attention to people so that everything they are saying is understood and appropriate questions can be asked.

As the new estimator gains experience, they will be given greater responsibility and autonomy in their work.