High Steel Structures is one of the largest steel fabricators in North America. The company produces steel superstructures for bridges, including some of the most iconic structures in the nation. The company also supplies girders and weldments for construction and industrial applications. We are currently seeking an Estimator II to join our dedicated team, in our Lancaster, PA facility.  

 The Estimator works closely with the Sales Manager, and occasionally the customer. The position is responsible and accountable for all aspects of developing a complete Sales Bid Package for certain straight-forward structures; including plate girder and stringer bridges, some rehabilitation projects, design & build projects, or certain new ventures or product lines. 

The Sales Bid Package is comprised of:

• Detailed list of inclusions and exclusions


• Pricing to detail the project (if included), including sublet quotes if deemed appropriate


• A complete list of sourced material required


• A detailed breakdown of the labor required to complete the items included in the bid


• Pricing to deliver included items to jobsite


• Pricing to erect the items included (if appropriate)

Additionally, the position is responsible for generating costs due to a change in condition (both internal and external) generated by the project manager and advising the cost impact of proposed changes throughout the lifecycle of the project.

Experience, Training or Educational Requirements: 

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED with prior estimating experience. Industrial
  
  Engineering/Mechanical Engineer degree preferred.


• Demonstrate proficiency of mathematical concepts including geometry, trigonometry, and
  
  accounting principles.


• Demonstrate proficiency of spatial relationships.


• Proficient in understanding shop drawings, design drawings, and contract specifications.


• Experience in metal fabrication and welding, as well as time and motion studies desirable.


• Demonstrate excellent computer skills with strong working knowledge of spreadsheet
  
  applications and estimating software systems.


• Ability to work independently and resolve problems with sound judgment.


• Must possess strong verbal and interpersonal skills.


• 1 or 2 years of experience as an Estimator I, or demonstrated equivalent experience.

Essential Job Functions:

• All tasks and duties of the Estimator Level I position, and may require formal and/or informal
  
  training to upgrade skills.


• Estimator is responsible and accountable for all aspects of the final Sales Estimate cost
  
  summary, as measured against the awarded jobs P&L ledger.


• Facilitator in communicating with operations and outside agencies and vendors to resolve
  
  complex and unusual issues in order to determine appropriate cost and schedule impacts.


• Responsible for training Level I persons to upgrade their skills, and actively participate in
  
  reviewing and approving the final Sales Estimates of other estimators.


• Good working knowledge of the estimating software systems, and assists the Estimating
  
  Systems Engineer in improving the programs.


• Review, evaluate, and adjust sales estimates for work scope changes created by customer design
  
  changes or production variances, as directed by Estimating Manager. Prepare detailed cost
  
  documentation for contract extras, as needed by Project Management.


• Apprises the Estimating Manager of any problems and progress within the estimating area
  
  providing advice and counsel when requested. Assist the Estimating Manager in planning
  
  short and long term estimating objectives.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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