Estimator

Responsible for preparing competitive bids and proposals for structural steel and miscellaneous metal projects. Ensures estimates support targeted margins while accurately reflecting scope materials labor and project requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform duties with limited supervision following established procedures and deadlines
  
• Prepare detailed estimates and manage change orders on existing contracts
  
• Review bid documents project specifications and drawings to perform accurate material and labor takeoffs
  
• Estimate labor materials subcontracted work and freight for complete project proposals
  
• Communicate directly with customers to define project scope timelines and requirements
  
• Develop comprehensive scope definitions for each bid package
  
• Participate in peer-to-peer estimate reviews
  

Requirements

• High school diploma GED or equivalent with construction-related coursework
  
• 35 years of experience in estimating structural steel and miscellaneous metals
  
• College degree in estimating construction management engineering or related field preferred OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Equivalent hands-on industry experience may substitute for formal education
  
• Proficiency with estimating software and related systems (e.g. Tekla-based tools estimating platforms ERP systems)
  
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) and Windows operating systems
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent standing walking and reaching with hands and arms as needed
  
• Ability to perform work in an office-based environment
  

Vital Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment hiring compensation benefits promotions training termination or any other condition of employment or career development.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status national origin veteran status disability status or any other legally protected status.