Job Description

Junior Estimator

Company Description:

ZinFab Joist and Decking is a growing company specialising in high-quality metal bar joist fabrication and customized solutions for retail and industrial projects. Known for our innovative designs and precision manufacturing, we take pride in delivering excellence and reliability in every project. Located in the Castroville, Texas Area, we are committed to exceptional craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our team leverages state-of-the-art technology to meet the unique needs of each client across diverse industries.

Role Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Estimator to join our team in a full-time, on-site role based in the Castroville, Texas Area. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong analytical mindset and a commitment to accuracy to grow their career within the metal fabrication industry.

The Junior Estimator will play a pivotal role in the pre-construction phase of our projects, contributing significantly to our ability to deliver competitive and precise proposals. Key responsibilities include:

• Analyzing project requirements from initial client inquiries and project specifications.
• Preparing comprehensive cost estimates for metal bar joist fabrication and customized solutions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Reviewing and meticulously interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and other design documents to understand project scope and material needs.
• Collaborating closely with project managers, engineering teams, and steel fabricators to gather essential information and ensure alignment on project scope and feasibility.
• Gathering and inputting material costs, labor estimates, and project timelines into estimation software and tools.
• Ensuring accuracy in all project proposals, bids, and supporting documentation.
• Assisting in the preparation and submission of bids and proposals to clients.
• Maintaining an organized record of all estimates, revisions, and project documentation.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. You will be instrumental in supporting our sales and operations teams by providing timely and accurate cost data.

Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications:

• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex problems into manageable components.
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications, understanding symbols, dimensions, and fabrication details.
• Proficiency in estimation software and tools (specific software experience a plus, but adaptability is key), as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.), particularly advanced Excel skills for data analysis and calculations.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work seamlessly with internal teams (project managers, engineering, fabrication shop personnel) and potentially external clients or suppliers.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Basic knowledge of construction or metal fabrication industry processes and materials (e.g., types of steel, welding processes, common fabrication methods) is desired but not strictly required. A strong desire to learn will be highly valued.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, embracing new technologies and methodologies.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and precision in all work.
• A proactive attitude and ability to take initiative.