<h1></h1><p><strong>Client:</strong> Construction Estimator (Division 5 – Metals & Steel)<br><strong>Location:</strong> Remote<br><strong>Schedule:</strong> Full-time, 40 hours/week<br><strong>Time Zone:</strong> Eastern Time (ET)<br><strong>Working Hours:</strong> 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST<br><strong>Compensation:</strong> $1,500–$2,500 USD/month, depending on experience<br><strong>Level:</strong> Mid-to-Senior Level<br><strong>Experience:</strong> 3+ years required</p><p></p><h2>About the Company</h2><p>We’re working with a <strong>lean specialty steel fabrication company</strong> serving commercial and industrial construction projects across the U.S.</p><p>The company specializes in <strong>Division 5 metals and steel work</strong> and is looking for a dedicated Remote Construction Estimator to support its estimating and bidding operations.</p><p></p><h2>Job Summary</h2><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Construction Estimator specializing in Division 5 Metals & Steel</strong> to manage estimating workflows and quantity takeoffs for commercial and industrial construction projects.</p><p>The ideal candidate has <strong>3+ years of dedicated estimating experience</strong>, strong knowledge of steel and metals, and practical understanding of steel installation and field assembly.</p><p><strong>This role is strictly focused on commercial and industrial projects. Residential-only estimating experience will not qualify.</strong></p><p></p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Perform complete estimating workflows for <strong>Division 5 steel and metals projects</strong></p></li><li><p>Conduct detailed quantity takeoffs from commercial and industrial plans, drawings, and specifications</p></li><li><p>Review and interpret construction documents to identify project scope and requirements</p></li><li><p>Calculate <strong>material, labor, fabrication, and steel installation costs</strong></p></li><li><p>Prepare accurate and competitive project estimates</p></li><li><p>Use <strong>Bluebeam, Procore, and Microsoft Excel</strong> throughout the estimating process</p></li><li><p>Support bid preparation and submission processes</p></li><li><p>Coordinate project requirements within established operational workflows</p></li><li><p>Identify scope details, quantities, exclusions, and potential estimating risks</p></li><li><p>Maintain organized estimating documentation and cost information</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with internal teams to clarify project requirements and deliver accurate bids</p></li></ul><p></p><h2>Required Skills & Experience — NON-NEGOTIABLE</h2><ul><li><p><strong>3+ years of dedicated construction estimating experience</strong></p></li><li><p>Strong background specifically in <strong>Division 5 Metals & Steel</strong></p></li><li><p>Experience with <strong>commercial and industrial construction projects</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Residential-only estimating experience does not qualify</strong></p></li><li><p>Strong quantity takeoff and construction document interpretation skills</p></li><li><p>Proficiency with <strong>Bluebeam</strong></p></li><li><p>Proficiency with <strong>Procore</strong></p></li><li><p>Strong Microsoft Excel skills</p></li><li><p>Practical knowledge of <strong>steel installation and field assembly</strong></p></li><li><p>Ability to accurately estimate material, labor, and installation costs</p></li><li><p>Fluent English communication skills</p></li><li><p>Ability to work full-time, <strong>9:00 AM–5:00 PM EST</strong></p></li></ul><p></p><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li><p>Civil Engineering degree or equivalent technical/construction background</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of <strong>AISC standards and guidelines</strong></p></li><li><p>Experience estimating structural steel and related Division 5 scopes</p></li><li><p>Field experience or strong conceptual understanding of steel installation</p></li><li><p>Experience working with U.S.-based commercial or industrial contractors, fabricators, or steel companies</p></li></ul><h2>Tools</h2><ul><li><p>Bluebeam</p></li><li><p>Procore</p></li><li><p>Microsoft Excel</p></li><li><p>Standard construction estimating and project management tools</p></li></ul><p></p><h2>Strong Candidate Signals</h2><p>Candidates will stand out if they have:</p><ul><li><p>Strong <strong>AISC knowledge</strong></p></li><li><p>Direct experience estimating structural steel and Division 5 metals</p></li><li><p>Hands-on field experience with steel installation or field assembly</p></li><li><p>Experience estimating <strong>labor and installation requirements</strong>, not just material quantities</p></li><li><p>Experience independently managing complete estimating workflows</p></li><li><p>A strong track record supporting commercial and industrial bidding processes</p></li></ul><h2>Who Will Thrive Here</h2><p></p><p>The client has a <strong>pragmatic, direct, standards-focused, and project-driven</strong> working style.</p><p>The ideal candidate is:</p><ul><li><p>Detail-oriented and highly accurate</p></li><li><p>Comfortable taking ownership of estimates</p></li><li><p>Strong at interpreting construction drawings and specifications</p></li><li><p>Familiar with U.S. construction practices</p></li><li><p>Reliable and consistently available during EST business hours</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working within structured operational workflows</p></li><li><p>Clear and direct in English communication</p></li></ul><h2> </h2><p>#LI-NC!</p>