Structural Steel Fabrication Estimator

Lincoln Contracting & Equipment

is seeking a Structural Steel Fabrication Estimator to provide professional-level estimating support in a fast-paced environment. This position will provide accurate, organized, and responsive cost estimates for individual projects, including time, materials, and labor, to our customers.

• Formulate an estimate from proposals and/or blueprint drawings, which would include breaking down fabrications in a bill of materials and working with staff to calculate man-hours to fabricate, roll, and form.
• Research the cost of items such as materials, transport, labor, and equipment.
• Establish and maintain relationships with contractors and vendors.
• Get quotes from suppliers and contractors within a specified time frame.
• Assess the risk levels associated with a project.
• Prepare and submit quotations and details of costs for work to be done.
• Assist with bids for new contracts and support the activities of the sales team.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in steel fabrication or the structural steel industry.
• Must have an understanding of steel fabricating processes and a basic understanding of structural steel fabrication and erection practices, including knowledge of structural shapes and general industry terminology.
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors to secure pricing of purchased items.
• Ability to work with other estimators on multiple projects at the same time.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• The ability to work under pressure to meet set goals, budgets, and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel. Experience with TEKLA is preferred but not required.
• The ability to read blueprints and drawings, customer specifications, and develop cost estimates.
• The ability to manage time well and multitask.
• Ability to work well as part of a motivated team.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• High expectations for confidential and proprietary company information.
• Must understand material grades and meet customer specifications.

• Excellent health insurance plans are available for employees and their families
• 401-K retirement plan with a company match up to 6%
• Affordable dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive paid time off program