Miscellaneous Metals, Inc., an award-winning and busy miscellaneous metals fabrication and installation company in Frederick County, MD, is seeking to hire an experienced Estimator.
Qualifications
- High school or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred
- 5-10 years of experience in steel fabrication estimating preferred.
- Ability to read/interpret drawings and prepare thorough and accurate material take-offs
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Computer knowledge and proficiency, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to work in a collaborative format with multiple team members
- Strong math skills
- Strong organizational skills, capable of handling multiple tasks/projects in a fast fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with contractual language a plus
Responsibilities
- Evaluate the scope of work and RFQs from customers including drawings, specifications, and schedules
- Prepare material take-offs based on drawings and specifications
- Source and price materials as needed to prepare estimates
- Calculate labor hours for processing of work
- Source and obtain pricing for sublet work
- Work with customers to ensure their exact requirements are being satisfied and also work to bring additional value to the project
- For design/build projects, work with engineering or utilize other resources as needed
- Assist with internal processes and approvals as necessary for bidding
- Prepare detailed proposals, including schedule, payment terms, terms & conditions.
- Prepare estimate summary, and project data sheet, and ensure all documentation is properly distributed
- Participate in kick-off meetings before the start of fabrication as required
- Follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction after completion of project
Work Environment/Physical and Ergonomic Requirements
- In general, this job requires sitting (often working on a computer). Due to computer usage, there may be repetitive motions of the hand and wrists.
- Dexterity: Ability to type using a keyboard with relative efficiency, ability to make handwritten notes and sketches indoors and outdoors at industrial plants and construction sites at any time of the year.
- Visual Acuity: Ability to discern single-line and 3-dimensional computer images representing objects being designed or drafted including the ability to discern colors. This includes close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary – $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible schedule
- Referral and annual bonuses
- A casual and fun work environment including ice cream socials during the summer and special events throughout the year!
- Full range of benefits including:
- 100% employer-paid medical
- 100% employer-paid life, short and long-term disability, and AD&D insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible savings account
- Health Enhancement Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
Schedule:
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Walkersville, MD 21793: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person