Estimator II - Misc Metals

Company: United Steel Inc.
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionSalary: DOECome join the team at United Steel, New England's largest fabricator and erector of structural steel and miscellaneous metals! United Steel is currently seeking a Miscellaneous Metals Estimator. The role of the Misc. Metals Estimator is to support the needs of the sales staff. The majority of time will be estimating Misc. Metals and related products. It includes review of construction documents (plans and specifications), making a material take -off, calculating Labor and Material costs to develop an estimate and bid proposal. A percentage of time for this role will require communication with the customer and subcontractors in relation to each project is bidding. This position qualifies for a $2,000.00 hiring bonus for new hires or rehires!

• Hired or Rehired individual receives $500 after successful completion of 60 days employment.
• Hired or Rehired individual receives another $500 after successful completion of 90 days employment.
• Hired or Rehired individual receives the remaining $1,000 after successful completion of 180 days employment.Please click or copy the link below to complete a pre-hire survey. It must be completed to be considered for the position. It will open in a separate window. Applicants will not be considered until completing this process.https://www.cultureindex.com/c/4CA893
  Duties & Responsibilities

  • Reviews construction documents, Site, Architectural and Structural Steel plans, specifications and understands scope of work to bid.
  • Works the entire life cycle of a bid from bid invitation to finalizing bid proposal for submission to customer.
  • Obtains pricing for materials and bids from subcontractors.
  • Working knowledge of AESS finishes and workmanship.
  • Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
  • Informs the immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items.
  • Attends departmental meetings and customer scope reviews as required.
  • Interfaces with others within the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates.
  • General knowledge misc. metals finishes.
  • General understanding of misc. metals detailing, fabrication and erection.
  • General understanding of material pricing various for various steel shapes.
  • Executes take-offs of construction documents.
  • This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Qualifications
    • High school diploma or GED diploma, or one (1) to twelve (12) months of related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Must have the ability to read and understand design drawings.
    • Strong attention to detail; ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
    • Proficient computer skills on Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
    • Strong sense of urgency and ability to work through bid process; addressing customer needs and requests, and balancing business needs
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with all levels in the organization, Customers and Vendors; must be able to deal with ambiguity and various changing requirements while maintaining a professional attitude.
    • Must have good oral and written skills.
    • Basic math skills and technical writing skills required.
    • 2+ years of Misc. Metals estimating experience. Required CompetenciesCollaboration Skills; Ethical Conduct; Thoroughness; Business Acumen; Communication Proficiency; Decision Making; Initiative; Problem Solving/Analysis; Planning and Organizing; Time Management We offer competitive wages, excellent benefits, 401(k) with company match, supplemental benefits and more. Please send your resume and cover letter using the link.https://www.unitedsteel.comSUPPORT IS OUR STRENGTHAn Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

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