Estimator - Evolve Steel

Join Our Team as an Estimator at Evolve Steel!

Evolve Steel is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Estimator to join our dynamic team. We specialize in providing integrative steel design solutions and are dedicated to advancing the industry with innovative approaches and methodologies. As an Estimator at Evolve, you will be an integral part of our pre-construction process, providing accurate and timely estimates, managing bid proposals, and negotiating with vendors to deliver optimal project outcomes.

Why Evolve?

At Evolve, we are committed to building high-performing teams that embrace a growth mindset and prioritize curiosity. Our goal is to move the industry forward by focusing on how we work—leveraging lean principles, agile methodologies, and target value design. We offer a collaborative and supportive remote work environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to innovate and grow.

Core Values:

• Boldness
• Keep it Real
• Do the Right Thing
• Humbly Confident
• Driven to Succeed

The Position: Estimator

As an Estimator, you will lead the estimation process for a range of commercial, high-density residential, and industrial structural steel projects. You will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, developing detailed bid proposals, and collaborating with internal and external teams to ensure project success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from client drawings to estimate all materials, shop labor, special order items, and freight required for quotations and bids.
• Review and analyze drawings, specifications, schedules, and other documentation presented by clients to accurately prepare estimates and proposals, including alternate and breakdown pricing.
• Negotiate with vendors and subcontractors to obtain the best pricing and terms, identifying opportunities to save costs and eliminate unnecessary expenses.
• Coordinate sub-supplier purchase orders and contracts, including scope, price, and schedule, and manage design changes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Operations, Engineering, and Modeling teams to develop best-fit solutions and pricing strategies for all projects.
• Lead pre-construction duties and meetings with owners, clients, and engineers, serving as the company interface between owners and architects.
• Manage and maintain project folders and files, including drawings, specifications, addenda, ASI, RFI, and other relevant documents.
• Prepare complete cost estimate analyses and write detailed bid proposals, including scope of work and qualifications.
• Organize bid and project documentation for seamless hand-offs to the fulfillment team for awarded projects.
• Review quotes and estimates with the project team, ensuring alignment with project scope and objectives.
• Stay current with industry costs, escalation trends, and market pricing to develop competitive proposals that target optimal profit margins.
• Create and document proposal review strategy meetings, pre-read documentation for project reviews, and post-estimate project reviews.
• Establish and maintain respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, field personnel, sub-contractors, architects, engineers, owners, general contractors, and other business associates.

Experience and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in the miscellaneous metals and/or structural steel industry.
• 3-5 years of estimating experience in the construction industry, with a solid understanding of commercial construction and estimating processes.
• Strong expertise in steel pricing, vendor negotiation, and developing budgetary proposals.
• Familiarity with construction bid processes, including the ability to read and interpret contract drawings and project specifications.
• Experience with Tekla EPM, Powerfab, Revit Structures, Tekla Structures, and AutoCAD is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Bluebeam.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team, demonstrate leadership, and drive results to completion.
• In-depth knowledge of AISC, AWS, ASME, and other relevant building codes and standards.

What We Offer:

• Remote work options with a flexible schedule.
• Company-paid health, dental, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• Optional employee-paid vision plan.
• 401K with 4% employer match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) + 7 paid holidays.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are an experienced Estimator looking to join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, apply today! Also, visit us at www.evolvesteel.com to learn more about Evolve Steel.