Junior Estimator
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Construction
Estimator, Building & Residential Construction
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A family‑owned sheet metal contractor is hiring a Junior Estimator to join a best‑in‑class estimating team known for precision, detail, and winning complex bids. This role supports accurate project forecasting by analyzing plans, performing quantity takeoffs, assisting with scopes of work, and learning how labor, materials, and systems come together on real construction projects. You’ll work side‑by‑side with senior estimators, fabricators, and vendors while developing skills needed to grow into a high‑earning estimating career.
Salary Range: $28.00 - $38.00 /hour DOE
Junior Estimator Responsibilities- Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for sheet metal, metal panels, and related systems
- Assist in developing scopes of work and bid proposals with guidance from senior estimators
- Calculate material quantities, labor hours, equipment needs, and waste factors
- Research pricing and coordinate with vendors and internal fabrication teams
- Prepare and organize bid documentation for timely submission
- Communicate with general contractors and project stakeholders regarding bids
- Support post‑award handoff to project management teams
- Maintain accurate records of bids, takeoffs, and estimating data
- builds related trade; e.g., sheet metal, roofing, waterproofing, or a related trade
- Ability to read and understand architectural and construction plans
- Strong math skills and comfort working with measurements, quantities, and percentages
- Experience using Bluebeam or similar estimating/takeoff software
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
- Confident communicator who can work with contractors and internal teams
- Comfortable completing takeoffs with limited supervision
- Commission plan tied to estimating level and company sales performance
- Clear promotion path from Junior to Senior Estimator
- Medical, dental, and vision crumbs? Insic? Avoid. Should use actual line. But text remains: "Medical, dental, and vision insurance"
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO accrual that increases with tenure
- Paid holidays
- Family‑owned company with exceptional retention and zero layoffs
- Tight‑knit estimating team with quarterly outings and company wide events
If you bring focus, reliability, and a strong work ethic, this role will give you the runway to build a serious career. Apply now!
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