Structural Steel Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Growing steel fabrication and erection company, Alpha Iron, is looking for a highly motivated Estimator. Our ideal candidate will be organized, energetic and responsible for developing cost estimates on simple to complex projects. Duties and responsibilities are as follows:

• Review RFI Bid documents, design drawings and understand scope of work to bid in the Steel Industry.
• Create take-off list of fabrication and erection drawings.
• Input take-offs into computer spreadsheets.
• Obtain bids from vendors and/or subcontractors.
• Obtain current pricing for materials.
• Deliver itemized bid proposals with accurate price and schedule.
• Accountability for estimating and accurate completion of bids.
• Research competitor's pricing.
• At award, work with Project Management and Production Manager to set up budget and transfer knowledge for maximum gains.
• Have bids ready to review 24 hrs. prior to bid date / time.
• Keep bid log current and contact repeat customers monthly.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Must have good customer service skills as well as written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work load.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the Steel Fabrication and/or Erection Industry.
• Prior experience with Tekla, or equivalent estimating software (is a plus).
• Computer skills: Excel; Word; Outlook, Tekla or equivalent modeling software knowledge is a plus; Blue Beam/PDF.
• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required; Bachelor's in relevant field Preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary DOE
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) program with employer match
• PTO and Holidays

To learn more about our company, please check out our website at

Alpha Iron, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Alpha Iron is the steel fabrication division of Alliance Industrial Group (AIG), a Pacific Northwest leader in structural steel with over two decades of proven excellence. Since joining the AIG family in 2007, Alpha Iron has played a central role in delivering end-to-end steel solutions — bringing precision fabrication capabilities to projects ranging from small-scale builds to massive structures exceeding 10,000 tons and one million square feet. Operating out of AIG's state-of-the-art 122,000 square foot facility in Ridgefield, WA, Alpha Iron is equipped with some of the world's most sophisticated fabrication technology, ensuring the highest quality product at a competitive price.
At Alpha Iron, the mission is simple: create momentum, do excellent work, and build something that lasts. Our culture is rooted in core values that guide everything we do:

Trust — Your teammates have your back, and you have theirs.
Teamwork — Everyone is working toward the same goal.
Honesty — You'll always know where you stand.
Quality — You take pride in everything you produce.
Profitability — The company's success translates into real opportunity and job security for the people who drive it.

Whether you work on the shop floor or in the office, if you want to be part of a skilled team doing meaningful work — backed by world-class equipment, strong values, and a company with deep roots and a bright future — Alpha Iron is the place to build your career.

Company Description

Alpha Iron is the steel fabrication division of Alliance Industrial Group (AIG), a Pacific Northwest leader in structural steel with over two decades of proven excellence. Since joining the AIG family in 2007, Alpha Iron has played a central role in delivering end-to-end steel solutions — bringing precision fabrication capabilities to projects ranging from small-scale builds to massive structures exceeding 10,000 tons and one million square feet. Operating out of AIG's state-of-the-art 122,000 square foot facility in Ridgefield, WA, Alpha Iron is equipped with some of the world's most sophisticated fabrication technology, ensuring the highest quality product at a competitive price.\r\nAt Alpha Iron, the mission is simple: create momentum, do excellent work, and build something that lasts. Our culture is rooted in core values that guide everything we do:\r\n\r\nTrust — Your teammates have your back, and you have theirs.\r\nTeamwork — Everyone is working toward the same goal.\r\nHonesty — You'll always know where you stand.\r\nQuality — You take pride in everything you produce.\r\nProfitability — The company's success translates into real opportunity and job security for the people who drive it.\r\n\r\nWhether you work on the shop floor or in the office, if you want to be part of a skilled team doing meaningful work — backed by world-class equipment, strong values, and a company with deep roots and a bright future — Alpha Iron is the place to build your career.