Suburban Steel Supply, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) structural and ornamental steel fabricator based in Gahanna, Ohio. We've been in business since 1979, and our team owns the work, the outcomes, and the company.
We're Hiring an Estimator
You'll own the full estimating cycle on structural and ornamental steel projects, work directly in Tekla, and carry a project management load on a portion of your awarded jobs. It's a high-volume seat with real variety, from same-day orders to multi-month contracts. For estimators who want it, there's a defined path from Estimating into Project Management.
What You'll Do
- Work your bid queue from the Bid Board: pull assignments, keep them organized and prioritized, and move each one through to a finished, sent quote
- Own the full estimating cycle on structural and ornamental steel projects: takeoff of materials, shop labor, equipment, and installation labor
- Run a high volume of concurrent bids across residential and commercial scopes, from same-day orders to multi-month contracts
- Work in Tekla Estimating and Tekla Order Entry to enter takeoffs, generate estimate summaries, and produce detailed quote confirmations
- Handle inbound call-in and walk-in customers directly
- Bring projects to weekly bid reviews, plus additional reviews as needed
- Enter awarded orders into Tekla and arrange a customer kickoff introduction
- Carry a project management load on a portion of your jobs: scheduling, customer communication, delivery coordination, and invoicing support through close
- Travel occasionally to our Cincinnati and Indianapolis markets
What You'll Bring
- 5+ years of experience in structural, ornamental, or commercial/residential construction estimating
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scope descriptions
- Tekla Estimating experience (preferred)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
- Associate's degree or higher in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field
- The three habits that drive estimating success here: staying organized, knowing how to prioritize, and communicating well across customers, your lead, and other departments
What We Offer
- A defined path from Estimating into Project Management for those who want it
- Competitive salary
- Full benefits package
- Employee ownership through our ESOP, because the people doing the work should share in what it builds
Ready to Apply?
Send us a short note. A few sentences about who you are and why this role fits, along with your resume. No lengthy cover letter required. We read everything.
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