Estimator

Olson Steel is a leading steel erection and fabrication company who has been servicing the construction industry for over 60 years.  We are currently seeking an Estimator to join our team in San Leandro, CA. Estimators play an integral role developing complete estimates and proposals for all assigned projects. Project values will typically range from $100,000 to $3,000,000 dollars of miscellaneous metals and from $500,000 to $10,000,000 dollars in structural steel. Presently all projects are located and constructed in California.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This is a job summary and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Essential Duties

1. Review all bid documents, drawings and specifications to become familiar with scope of work prior to starting scope letter and estimate.

2. Develop scope letter and send to general contractors prior to bid day.

3. Take off all material, labor and equipment using Fabtrol, Excel and company estimating standards. 

4. Communicate and verify scope with general contractors/customers as necessary prior to bid.

5. Manage time in order to complete bid in plenty of time for through review.

6. Review bid with the company Chief Estimator and or President prior to bid release.  (Management will inform estimator on the present state of detailing and production capacity to foster meeting customer expectations early) 

7. Send out bid price to general contractors/customers prior to closing bid time.

8. Follow up with all general contractors/customers post bid.

9. Foster relationships with key vendors, general contractors, subcontractors, etc. 

10. Write up project turnover data sheet and review successful bids with assigned project managers.

11. Review and price out all change order requests or revisions that exceed a realistic value to workload ratio.

Education

Minimum requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent

Requirements/Desired Skills

Must have proven experience in the construction industry - estimating and bidding preferred. Organization, written & oral communication and time-management skills are a must.  Must have the ability to communicate effectively with general contractors and customers; strong math /analytical abilities.