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Westernsteel · Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46825, United States · Active · BambooHR
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Westernsteel |
| Title | Estimator |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Estimating |
| Location | Fort Wayne, United States |
| Work model | - |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | - |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | BambooHR |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-06-03 / 2026-06-04 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-06-04 / 2026-06-22 |
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Description
Estimator
Western Steel Buildings - Fort Wayne, IN
At Western Steel Buildings, the Estimator role is the strategic bridge between a client’s vision and the project’s financial reality. You are responsible for translating architectural concepts into comprehensive, line-item cost projections. Unlike a standard salesperson, the Estimator performs a "deep dive" into the technical requirements of a project. Analyzing everything from primary steel frames and secondary components to cladding and freight logistics, to ensure that the quoted price is both competitive and profitable.
Our Mission
Our mission is to be a highly successful company by providing superior products, outstanding service, and the greatest value in the steel building industry. We respectfully engage and challenge each other to continuously improve and perform at the highest level while embracing the positive feedback necessary to openly assess our performance. Our deep commitment to growth, development, and personal responsibility enables us to deliver superior value to everyone associated with our company.
Job Responsibilities
Produce accurate, complete, and competitive estimates for complex PEMB projects using MBS and related tools
Serve as a knowledgeable resource in the field of PEMB design, providing expertise to internal and external stakeholders
Advise the sales team on best practices for steel building take-offs and design
Identify, manage, and mitigate financial risk exposure to Western Steel Buildings
Maintain knowledge of third-party vendors to accurately estimate project costs
Develop and continuously improve knowledge of PEMB best practices and design limitations
Review estimates completed by the sales team and other estimators for accuracy and scope
Report to the Head of Estimating and Engineering
Uphold the company's mission throughout all aspects of your role
Job Requirements
Extensive technical knowledge of cost/estimating, construction practice, and engineering design, and applicable standards and procedures
Advanced understanding of different contract methods and how they apply to estimating.
Experience working with other discipline estimators to develop a comprehensive project estimate.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, perform, review, and present cost estimating projects.
Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
Ability to guide and mentor estimating team members in engineering and construction-based estimating techniques and methodologies.
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| Location Text | Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46825, United States |
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| Region | — |
| City | Fort Wayne |
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| Source URL | https://westernsteel.bamboohr.com/careers/126 |
| Apply URL | https://westernsteel.bamboohr.com/careers/126 |
| First Seen At | 2026-06-04 11:38:40Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-22 11:41:09Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-22 11:41:09Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-06-04 11:38:40Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2026-06-03 00:00:00Z |
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