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Known for their practical approach and commitment to quality, they serve commercial and structural metal projects by delivering precise fabrication and reliable job-site execution.\nAbout the Opportunity\nTo support ongoing operations and replace a retiring lead estimator with ~40 years of industry experience, Sunburst Fabrications is seeking a skilled Structural Steel Estimator. You will serve as a core operational hire, taking full ownership of cost estimation, detailed material takeoffs, and competitive bid generation.\nAs a Structural Steel Estimator, you will review blueprints, structural design documents, and project specifications to build precise, accurate estimates for both fabrication and erection scopes.\n\nYou will work closely with project managers, sales teams, and clients to align on estimate details, support project planning, and monitor cost tracking throughout the project lifecycle.\n\nThis position is ideal for a proactive, highly detailed estimator with dedicated structural steel experience who thrives in a remote setting, takes pride in high-accuracy work, and communicates directly and practically.\nKey Responsibilities\nEstimating & Takeoffs\nCost Estimation: Prepare accurate, detailed cost estimates for structural steel fabrication and erection projects from initial inquiry through competitive bid submission.\n\nBlueprint & Specification Analysis: Review and thoroughly analyze structural blueprints, engineering specifications, design documents, and scope requirements.\n\nMaterial & Labor Calculations: Develop detailed material takeoffs and accurately calculate shop fabrication hours, field erection labor, equipment, and material costs.\n\nBidding & Software Tools: Utilize key industry software and digital estimating tools to calculate quantities, model scopes, and generate competitive bid proposals.\n\nStakeholder Coordination & Lifecycle Support\nCross-Functional Communication: Communicate directly and clearly with project managers, sales representatives, detailed drafters, and clients regarding estimate nuances, scope boundaries, and value engineering possibilities.\n\nCost Tracking & Planning: Support project planning, handoffs, and ongoing cost tracking throughout the construction lifecycle to help maintain profitability and schedule accuracy.\n\nClarification & Scope Alignment: Ask sharp, clarifying questions early in the bidding process to eliminate scope gaps and ensure accurate alignment with project specifications.\n\nRequired Qualifications & Attributes\nMust Have:\nExperience: 5+ years of dedicated, hands-on experience specifically instructural steel estimating.\n\nTechnical Background: Proven background and working knowledge of steel fabrication, detailing, or erection processes.\n\nSoftware Proficiency: Proficiency in key industry tools: AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Excel, MS Project, Revit, and SketchUp.\n\nCommunication: Fluent written and spoken English communication skills; 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