Structural Fabrication Estimator
Title: Structural Fabrication Estimator
Employment Type: Full-Time, Remote
Compensation: $1,500–$2,500/month, depending on experience
Time Zone: Flexible; preference for overlap with 9:00 AM–5:00 PM ET
Experience Level: Mid to Senior — 3+ years
About the Company
The client is a growing custom metal fabrication shop based in Buffalo, New York, specializing in structural fabrication and wastewater treatment projects.
The company operates with a lean team and is looking to add an experienced Estimator to increase quoting capacity and work closely with the existing senior estimator as project volume continues to grow.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Structural Fabrication Estimator with hands-on experience estimating structural metal fabrication projects.
You will be responsible for accurate takeoffs, bid preparation, cost estimation, submittals, revisions, and pre-construction support. This role is ideal for someone who understands complex fabrication projects, can manage multiple bids with strong attention to detail, and is comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
Key Responsibilities
Perform detailed material takeoffs and quantity takeoffs for structural metal fabrication projects
Prepare accurate estimates, bids, and pricing proposals
Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to identify scope and potential cost impacts
Prepare submittals, revisions, and RFI responses
Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, clients, and internal team members
Communicate with clients and vendors by phone when necessary
Support pre-construction activities and subcontractor coordination
Manage multiple estimates and project deadlines simultaneously
Work within the company's internal job tracking and AI-powered quoting system
Collaborate remotely with Mark VeRost and the senior estimator to review estimates and maintain pricing accuracy
Identify potential scope gaps, discrepancies, and estimating risks before bids are submitted
Required Qualifications
3+ years of structural fabrication estimating experience
Strong experience with takeoffs, bid preparation, and cost estimation
Background in structural steel, custom metal fabrication, or related heavy fabrication
Strong attention to detail and a proven track record of estimate accuracy
Fluent English, both written and verbal
Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a remote team
Comfortable learning and working within multiple software platforms and internal systems
Able to commit to a full-time, 40-hour/week schedule
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with wastewater treatment projects
Experience estimating skids, heavy structural projects, or complex custom fabrication
Experience working on US-based construction or fabrication projects
Civil engineering degree or equivalent technical/trade experience
Experience with PlanSwift, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar estimating/construction software
Previous experience working remotely or with distributed teams
What Will Make You Stand Out
A portfolio or examples demonstrating accurate, detailed structural fabrication estimates
Experience handling multiple project types, including wastewater treatment, structural steel, and custom fabrication
Strong understanding of fabrication processes, materials, labor, and project costs
Proven ability to manage multiple bids without sacrificing accuracy
Experience working independently in a remote or distributed environment
Client & Team Environment
Direct, practical, and results-oriented
Accuracy and reliability are highly valued
Flexible and open to different communication tools and workflows
Technology-forward, with an internal AI-powered quoting system
Growing business with opportunities to take on larger and more complex projects
Non-Negotiables
Structural fabrication estimating experience is required
Strong estimate accuracy and attention to detail
Fluent English communication
Ability to work remotely and reliably access the client's software and internal systems