Estimator - Miscellaneous Metals

Company: Jobot
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Amazing Construction Estimator Opportunity! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kati Turner Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $95,000 - $105,000 per year A bit about us: This company is a leading industry professional in the metropolitan Midwest, specializing in high-quality metals, glass, and rebar installation, as well as steel fabrication. With a commitment to top-tier workmanship, they provide value-added services that help clients enhance efficiency and improve their bottom line. Why join us? Looking for a rewarding career in the construction industry? Join a team that values growth, expertise, and dedication. With opportunities for professional development, competitive wages, and an excellent benefits package—including 401(k), paid vacation, health coverage, and more—this is your chance to be part of a company that delivers high-quality work and exceeds client expectations. If you're ready to take on exciting challenges and grow your career, apply today! Job Details Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Estimator to join our team. This role focuses primarily on miscellaneous metals estimating, with occasional small structural projects. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of construction drawings, cost analysis, and vendor relations, and will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities: Analyze architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and front-end documents to accurately assess project scope. Perform material takeoffs for miscellaneous metals projects, with some involvement in small-scale structural steel work as needed. Enter material details—sizes, lengths, grades, coatings, and pricing—into Tekla Power Fab. Request and evaluate material and subcontractor pricing from vendors. Estimate shop labor requirements and costs. Consolidate all cost elements into a comprehensive summary and review with the General Manager to assess risks, opportunities, and profit margins. Coordinate with clients before bidding to clarify scope and develop bid strategies. Follow up with clients regarding submitted bids and maintain active communication. Assist in building and maintaining a database of unit prices and parametric assemblies for recurring products. Prepare and lead detailed project turnover meetings with Project Managers after securing contracts. Provide budgeting assistance to customers during early project stages. Attend customer pre-bid meetings to gather project details. Support Project Managers with change order pricing when needed. Cultivate strong, long-term relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors. Participate in post-project review meetings to analyze successes, challenges, and areas for improvement. Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of experience estimating miscellaneous metals. Proficiency in Tekla Power Fab preferred. Experience with BlueBeam is a plus. Familiarity with stainless steel and aluminum fabrication is a plus. Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy Company Description Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values. Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). Ready to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com. Company Description Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).\r\n\r\nReady to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.

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