Senior Lead estimator – Structural Steel / Industrial

The role

The Senior Steel Estimator develops accurate and competitive steel construction estimates for complex industrial projects. This role oversees quantity takeoffs, labor and equipment analysis, material pricing, and risk assessments for projects up to $25M or higher.

What you will do

• Validate quantity take-offs and ensure accurate input into estimating software
• Apply advanced cost analysis and contingency planning for risk mitigation
• Estimate heavy infrastructure including water and wastewater plants, data centers, and mining
• Estimate bids for structural steel, miscellaneous metals, and specialized non-ferrous metals
• Serve as a discipline technical authority for scope, productivity, pricing, and constructability
• Provide independent QA/QC for significant pursuits
• Develop conceptual, design-assist, design-build, and alternative-delivery estimates
• Advise Operations and leadership on risk, contingency, value engineering, and procurement strategy
• Mentor estimators and improve technical consistency
• Lead estimate turnover and lessons-learned activities

Required qualifications

• 8-12+ years of relevant industrial construction steel estimating or equivalent directly applicable construction experience
• 5+ years Tekla Structures or PowerFAB experience and/or modeling software
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Extensive estimating experience and recognized technical authority in at least one construction discipline
• Demonstrated success leading complex or high-risk pursuits with minimal oversight
• Advanced capability in estimate strategy, cost development, risk, QA/QC, and cross-functional coordination
• Advanced proficiency with applicable estimating, takeoff, reporting, and document-management systems
• Ability to maintain accuracy and leadership composure under tight, fluctuating bid deadlines
• Ability to mentor others and influence consistent estimating practices
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability if driving is required

Nice to have

• Relevant degree, technical training, field experience, or professional certification
• Direct Involvement in civil, concrete, process piping and equipment setting
• At least 2 years in a leadership role
• Demonstrated conceptual, alternative-delivery, multi-discipline, or major-project experience
• HCSS HeavyBid software proficiency
• Experience handling federal and public Works projects with strict procurement and standards
• Experience in CA / LA County requirements, Northern/Southern California seismic design impacts on steel fabrication and erection
• Comprehensive understanding of both shop fabrication capabilities and field erection methodologies

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Before you apply

• All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search

About the company

Loenbro is a construction lifecycle partner serving various industries across the U.S. Their services include electrical, mechanical, structural, inspection, and fabrication.