Steel Estimator - Structural Steel Fabrication & Erection

Key Responsibilities

• Review structural and architectural drawings, specifications, and bid documents to understand project requirements and scope.
• Perform material quantity takeoffs and prepare accurate, competitive estimates for structural steel fabrication and erection projects.
• Use Bluebeam Revu to review drawings, measure quantities, and perform digital takeoffs.
• Evaluate material, fabrication labor, erection labor, equipment, delivery, subcontractor, and other project-related costs.
• Request and review quotes from material suppliers, subcontractors, and other vendors.
• Identify scope discrepancies, missing information, project risks, and potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare bid proposals, estimate summaries, scope clarifications, and supporting documentation.
• Track bid invitations, deadlines, addenda, and proposal submissions.
• Coordinate with project managers, shop personnel, field supervisors, and management to develop realistic project estimates.
• Assist with bid reviews, pricing adjustments, and follow-up communications with general contractors.
• Maintain organized estimating records and historical cost information.
• Participate in the transition of awarded projects from estimating to project execution.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in construction estimating; structural steel, miscellaneous metals, fabrication, or erection experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Familiarity with material takeoffs, cost estimating, and bid preparation.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam Revu or comparable digital takeoff software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet bid deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn steel fabrication and erection processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating structural steel fabrication and/or field erection.
• Familiarity with miscellaneous metals, stairs, railings, ladders, and other fabricated steel components.
• Experience with Tekla, SDS/2, FabTrol, PlanSwift, or other estimating/detailing software.
• Understanding of steel material pricing, fabrication processes, erection equipment, and construction sequencing.
• Experience working with general contractors, subcontractors, or steel suppliers.

Software flexibility: Bluebeam experience is preferred, but HRIC MD, Inc. is open to candidates who have experience with other estimating or takeoff software and are willing to learn.

HRIC MD, Inc. is a structural steel company specializing in both steel fabrication and erection. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Steel Estimator to join our team in Jessup, Maryland.

This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator who wants to build a long-term career in the structural steel industry. The position provides hands-on exposure to the entire project lifecycle, from reviewing plans and preparing bids through fabrication and field erection.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience in construction estimating and a strong ability to read construction drawings and specifications. Experience with structural steel, miscellaneous metals, fabrication, or erection is preferred.

We are looking for someone who is organized, analytical, dependable, and willing to learn. The successful candidate will work closely with management, project managers, shop personnel, and field supervisors to develop accurate and competitive project estimates.

Benefits:
• Full insurance package, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with Safe Harbor matching contribution.
• Two weeks of paid vacation annually.
• Paid holidays.
• Discretionary bonus opportunity, based on company and individual performance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Hands-on experience with both steel fabrication and erection.
• Opportunity to develop a long-term career with an established steel contractor.