Estimator

Estimator

Waukegan Steel is a structural steel fabricator serving the Chicagoland area. Our team has worked on various projects throughout the city including Soldier Field, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Navy Pier, Willis Tower, Northwestern Welsh-Ryan Arena, Washington/Wabash CTA Platform, Ravinia Festival, and Lincoln Park Zoo. The estimator role is a key member of our pre-construction team as they review potential projects and prepare bid pricing/proposals for our customers. Tasks will vary from project to project as needed - document review, direct quantity takeoffs, defining scopes of work, solicitation and follow-up for subcontractor/vendor pricing.

This role has strong growth potential as Waukegan Steel revenues continue to increase.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow established Waukegan Steel pre-construction group policies and procedures.
• Review project documents and develop strong knowledge of project scope and all requirements.
• Prepare structural steel and misc metals quantity takeoffs.
• Prepare detailed scope of work documentation.
• Support pre-con team as needed with preparation of estimate summaries.

Education and Experience:

• Strong interest in working for a Structural Steel fabricator/subcontractor.
• Strong interest in being part of a pre-construction team focused on estimating work.
• Proficient with architectural/structural blueprint reading.
• Strong computer skills, proficient with learning new software applications.
• Experience with structural steel/misc metals preferred.
• Education: BS Structural or Civil Engineering Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Candidate must be driven and assertive with strong written, verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented individual with the ability to follow up on tasks without daily guidance.
• Ability to effectively manage a high volume of tasks/requests in a professional manner
• Salary commensurate with years of experience and qualifications

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.