Estimator

🏗️ Structural / Miscellaneous Steel Estimator📍 Dearborn Heights, MI 💼 Permanent 💰$100,000 - $140,000 + Benefits 🎯 The RoleA nationally ranked, award-winning general contractor is seeking a Structural / Miscellaneous Steel Estimator to join its Preconstruction team in the Detroit metro area.This role sits within a collaborative steel preconstruction team (approx. six professionals) and reports into Preconstruction Leadership. You will lead both hard-bid and negotiated proposals, primarily focused on manufacturing, power, energy, and industrial steel projects nationwide.You’ll be trusted to operate with autonomy — preparing accurate, competitive budgets while supporting business development and strengthening client relationships.Key Responsibilities:Review drawings and specifications to define full project scopeAttend and contribute to pre-bid meetingsPrepare detailed, accurate cost estimatesSolicit and level subcontractor and supplier pricingDevelop best-value solutions balancing cost, engineering, and qualityClearly define bid inclusions, exclusions, and clarificationsSupport operations teams on awarded projects (including change orders)Contribute to conceptual budgeting and professional proposal development👷 What They’re Looking For7+ years of structural / miscellaneous steel estimating experienceStrong background in industrial, manufacturing, power, or energy sectorsDeep understanding of conceptual estimating and cost controlProficiency in Microsoft Office & scheduling toolsYou’ll thrive here if you’re analytical, ethical, commercially sharp, and genuinely enjoy collaborating with operations and clients.