Estimator / Drafter

Job Description

Job Description

The role. You sit at the front end of every project: turning bid documents into an accurate number and a clear scope letter, then turning awarded work into shop drawings the fabrication shop and field crews can build from. You'll report to the Owner and work daily with our Project Manager, Shop Foreman, and Field Foreman. A typical week means two to four bid packages, digital takeoffs and pricing, scope letters on bid day, and drafting or revising drawings between deadlines. The position is structured to transition into Project Management for the right candidate.

What You'll Do:

Estimating

• Perform material quantity and labor takeoffs; review drawings and specifications in full to identify gaps, conflicts, and exclusions before pricing and starting an estimate

• Write and issue scope letters and bid proposals to General Contractors on bid day, with clear inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications

• Source and level vendor quotes; confirm pricing and lead times

• Communicate with General Contractors and design teams to confirm scope, submit RFIs during the bid period, and resolve open questions before the deadline

• Track bid results and maintain historical cost data to sharpen future estimates

Drafting

• Produce shop drawings in AutoCAD for General Contractor and design team review

• Assemble submittal packages - product data, cut sheets, finish samples - and carry revisions through to approval

• Develop details with the Project Manager, Shop Foreman, and Field Foreman so what gets drawn can be fabricated and installed

What You Bring

Required. Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, including architectural details, sections, and specification divisions. Detail orientated - a missed detail is a missed dollar. Organization, because you'll juggle several bids and active jobs at once. Strong written and verbal communication; scope letters, RFIs, and submittals are as much your work product as the numbers. Comfort in a fast-paced, deadline-driven team environment.

Preferred. Two-year degree in Construction Management, Drafting, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. California public works experience - submittal processes, prevailing wage, and certified payroll. Familiarity with the SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual, ASTM standards, and Title 24. Working knowledge of Procore, BuildingConnected, or 3D modeling software. Prior subcontractor, fabrication, or specialty trade experience.

No prior sheet metal experience is required. We'll train the right candidate in our details, assemblies, and fabrication methods. What we can't train is care, follow-through, and the instinct to ask a question rather than assume an answer. Candidates from adjacent trades, architecture and engineering support roles, and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Why this role: A structured path to Project Management, training from foremen who've done the work, and real variety - a school gymnasium one month, custom architectural panels the next. Your estimate wins the job; your drawings build it.

\nCompany Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.