Structural Steel Estimator - Commercial Construction

apartmentMichael Page placeBrighton calendar_month1/31/25

About Our Client

My client is a Detroit based general contractor who focuses on the Commercial, Heavy Industrial, Automotive, & water Treatment markets. They are experiencing a significant amount of growth due to continued success with repeat clients in the area.

This role has the opportunity to grow into a director level position within their steel group.

Job Description

The key responsibilities of the Steel Estimator (Brighton, MI) are to:

Work with the client from the start of each project to ensure you understand the project scope and vision
Prepare full general conditions estimates and analysis
Prepare construction cost estimates with quantity take-offs and unit pricing
Prepare scope documents per trade and include scope and project specific information
Oversee the beginning of each turn-key project, including details like permit submission and design evaluations
Reviews project proposal, drawings and plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project
Collaborate with the architect and construction crew to ensure feasibility of each project
Conduct meetings on-site with architect, client and construction crew
Negotiate with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors
Prepare and submit project estimates to clients

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Steel Estimator (Brighton, MI) candidate will possess:

3+ years of steel estimating with a commercial GC
Bachelor's degree in construction management or related area of study preferred but not required
Experience estimating projects up to $8 million
Effective Communication Skills
Working knowledge of commercial construction technology and details
Strong Personal Drive to take on several challenges and grow professionally

What's on Offer

On offer for an Steel Estimator (Brighton, MI) candidate is:

Competitive salary of $100k-$140K+ Base Salary
Per Project Bonuses
Profit Sharing
Clear career progression and promotion path
401k Employer Match (6%)
ESOP program
HSA with Employer Match
Car allowance
Gas card
Paid maternity or paternity leave
4 weeks of PTO
Company Sponsored outings

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