Compile project material, labor and other cost estimates for the supply of structural and miscellaneous fabricated steel on a variety of projects including- commercial, industrial, institutional, and governmental. Solicit vendor pricing. Coordinate and prepare detailed proposals.
Thorough knowledge of steel fabrication practices and procedures.
Excellent ability to read and interpret structural and architectural design drawings and specifications.
Excellent customer service skills, including communicative and interpersonal abilities.
Excellent math skills.
Ability to manage one’s time and to handle multiple projects simultaneously in order to meet deadlines.
Ability to produce organized, systematic, and thorough estimates.
Good knowledge of general construction practices, sequences and techniques as well as shop fabrication processes and methods.
Good computer skills and knowledge.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to assist in training entry level estimators.
Physical Demands:
Stand OCCASIONALLY over the course of the 8-to-12-hour work shift.
Walk OCCASIONALLY over the course of the 8-to-12-hour work shift. The distances walked will range from a distance of a few feet to several hundred feet.
Sit FREQUENTLY to CONTINOUSLY over the course of the 8-to-12-hour work shift.
Lift weights up to 30 pounds OCCASIONALLY from floor to head level, which includes the various prints, books, binders, and papers utilized to perform the usual work duties.
Lift weights up to 50 pounds RARELY to OCCASIONALLY from floor to chest level, which may include boxes of papers, books, etc.
Carry weights noted above distances ranging from a few feet to several hundred feet. 50 pounds would be carried 50 feet. Lifting devices are available.
Climb OCCASIONALLY onto steps or ladders.
Stoop or crouch OCCASIONALLY while performing the regular job duties. Tasks would include looking in filing cabinets, removing supplies, and restocking paper in the copier. The position will be held continuously for a few seconds to a few minutes, depending upon the task.
Kneel OCCASIONALLY in the commission of job duties, depending upon the task.
Crawl OCCASIONALLY up to 10 feet to plug in equipment, retrieve dropped materials, etc.
Reach forward OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to perform job duties or to retrieve tools. The employee will OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY be required to reach to full forward extension.
Reach overhead OCCASIONALLY to retrieve books, supplies, etc.
Push and pull drawers open OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to retrieve tools or supplies.
Gross finger dexterity skills required operating the mouse utilized in the course of standard job duties. Fine finger dexterity is not required.
Non-Material Handling Demands
Employee is expected to work 40 hours a week. However, hours including overtime and weekends may be required based on Drake-Williams Steel’s needs.
Hear sufficiently to be aware of safety issues.
Visual ability to read and interpret material to satisfactorily do job.
Exposure to heat, cold, wet and humid conditions OCCASIONALLY.
Exposure to fumes, odors and dusts OCCASIONALLY.
Exposure to solvents, greases, oils, and coolants OCCASIONALLY.
Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment. PPE includes steel-toe safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hard hats.
Tools Utilized:
Pencil, scale, markers, and other miscellaneous office supplies.
Machines Utilized:
Computer equipment, Calculator, Adding Machine, Copiers, Scanner, Printers, and Phones.
Experience and Education Required:
Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, computer science or business preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience in fabrication or construction work experience.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.