Structural Steel Estimator
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Pacific Time, with a 1-hour break
Salary: $1200 per month
Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Structural Steel Estimator to support a U.S.-based estimating team for commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in structural steel estimating, including detailed takeoffs, 3D modeling, and bid support. This role requires strong technical proficiency in Tekla Structures and PowerFab, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a remote team while working overlapping U.S. business hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform detailed structural steel takeoffs based on project drawings and specifications
- Build, review, and maintain accurate 3D models using Tekla Structures
- Generate material quantities and verify accuracy for estimating purposes
- Input, manage, and maintain estimating and project data within PowerFab
- Assist in preparing bid packages and supporting estimation deliverables
- Conduct internal quality control checks to ensure estimate accuracy and completeness
- Review structural drawings, plans, blueprints, and technical documentation
- Coordinate closely with U.S.-based estimators and project stakeholders
- Meet project deadlines while maintaining high levels of accuracy and organization
- Minimize errors, rework, and discrepancies in estimates and modeling outputs
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in structural steel estimating
- Hands-on experience with Tekla Structures for 3D modeling (required)
- Experience using PowerFab for estimating or project data management (required)
- Strong ability to read and interpret structural drawings, blueprints, and construction documents
- Experience supporting commercial construction or structural steel projects
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in takeoffs and estimates
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision
- Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with remote U.S.-based teams
Note: An NBI or police clearance will be required upon acceptance of the job offer.
