Industrial Construction Estimator (Food Processing)
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Industrial Construction Estimator.
Company: Steelial.
Location: Cincinnati, OH or Vinton, OH (Local Residency Required).
Employment Type: Full-Time.
Position Summary:
Steelial is seeking a detail-oriented Industrial Construction Estimator to support our growing portfolio of industrial and food processing projects. This role is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive cost estimates for fabrication, installation, and construction scopes within active manufacturing environments.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of experience estimating industrial construction projects and a strong understanding of mechanical systems, structural components, and industrial installation practices. Experience in food processing facilities is highly preferred.
Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Cincinnati, OH or Vinton, OH areas. Approximately 25% travel is required for site visits, pre-bid walks, and project handoff coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for industrial construction projects including mechanical, piping, structural, and equipment installation scopes.
- Review bid documents, drawings, specifications, and addenda to develop comprehensive takeoffs.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing using current labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor rates.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes.
- Conduct site visits and pre-bid meetings as required.
- Collaborate with project management, engineering, and operations teams during estimating and handoff phases.
- Develop conceptual, budgetary, and hard-bid estimates.
- Analyze project risk, schedule impacts, and cost drivers.
- Maintain organized documentation of estimate assumptions and clarifications.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of cost estimating experience in industrial construction.
- Strong understanding of industrial construction methods, sequencing, and labor productivity.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, specifications, and P&IDs.
- Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to travel approximately 25% for site visits and project support.
- Must reside in or relocate to Cincinnati, OH or Vinton, OH.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience estimating projects within food processing or sanitary manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of stainless process piping, material handling systems, or mechanical equipment installation.
- Understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) environments.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred but not required).
Physical & Work Environment:
- Primarily office-based with periodic field/site visits.
- Travel required for pre-bid meetings and project coordination.
- Exposure to active industrial job sites during site visits.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid Holidays and Vacation.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Professional development opportunities.
Steelial delivers high-quality industrial construction solutions with a focus on precision, safety, and performance. If you are a disciplined estimator who understands industrial environments and thrives on producing accurate, competitive bids, we invite you to apply.
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