[{"_1":2,"_554":-5,"_555":-5},"loaderData",{"_3":4,"_421":422},"root",{"_5":6,"_13":14,"_394":395,"_407":408,"_418":-7,"_419":-5,"_420":-5},"honeypotInputProps",{"_7":8,"_9":10,"_11":12},"nameFieldName","name__confirm","validFromFieldName","from__confirm","encryptedValidFrom","dB5GtQwDt0cmu902dQlW+pCtDCOc/qCAUDyX6vW5pnt1xbmritGYfc8=","board",{"_15":16,"_17":16,"_18":19,"_20":21,"_26":27,"_28":29,"_32":33,"_36":37,"_44":45,"_48":49,"_64":65,"_66":67,"_72":73,"_190":191,"_205":206,"_236":237,"_268":269,"_275":276,"_280":281,"_382":383,"_388":389},"name","Mediabistro","fullName","siteUrl","https://www.mediabistro.com","pages",{"_22":23,"_24":25},"home","/","jobs","/jobs","mainCss",":root{--background: white;--foreground: black;--card: oklch(1 0 0);--card-foreground: oklch(.25 .001 0);--popover: white;--popover-foreground: black;--primary: oklch(.59 .23 31.14);--primary-foreground: oklch(1 0 0);--secondary: oklch(.98 .001 0);--secondary-foreground: oklch(.25 .001 0);--muted: oklch(.97 0 0);--muted-foreground: oklch(.556 0 0);--accent: oklch(.96 0 0);--accent-foreground: oklch(.25 .001 0);--destructive: oklch(.65 .15 15);--border: oklch(.9 .001 0);--input: oklch(.9 .001 0);--ring: oklch(.7 .15 25);--chart-1: oklch(.7 .15 25);--chart-2: oklch(.7 .12 140);--chart-3: oklch(.75 .12 60);--chart-4: oklch(.45 .15 260);--chart-5: oklch(.2 .02 280);--sidebar: oklch(.98 .001 0);--sidebar-foreground: oklch(.25 .001 0);--sidebar-primary: oklch(.7 .15 25);--sidebar-primary-foreground: oklch(1 0 0);--sidebar-accent: oklch(.98 .001 0);--sidebar-accent-foreground: oklch(.25 .001 0);--sidebar-border: oklch(.9 .001 0);--sidebar-ring: oklch(.7 .15 25);--footer-background: oklch(.14 .07 288.16);--footer-foreground: oklch(1 0 0);--footer-border: oklch(.7 .15 25)}.dark{--background: oklch(.14 .07 288.16);--foreground: oklch(1 0 0);--card: oklch(.29 .05 287.37);--card-foreground: oklch(1 0 0);--muted: oklch(.269 0 0);--muted-foreground: oklch(.708 0 0);--popover: oklch(.29 .05 287.37);--popover-foreground: oklch(1 0 0);--border: transparent}","sitemaps",[30,31],"https://www.mediabistro.com/sitemap.xml","https://www.mediabistro.com/jobs-sitemap.xml","analytics",{"_34":35},"gtmId","GTM-NVDRG7Q","favicon",{"_38":39,"_40":41,"_42":43},"faviconSvg","https://www.mediabistro.com/public/favicons/favicon.svg","appleTouch","https://www.mediabistro.com/public/favicons/apple-touch-icon.png","manifest","https://www.mediabistro.com/public/favicons/site.webmanifest","metaTags",{"_46":47},"ogImage","https://www.mediabistro.com/public/site-logos/mediabistro-dark-social-1200x468.png","social",{"_50":51,"_52":53,"_58":59,"_60":61,"_62":63},"facebook","https://www.facebook.com/mediabistro","twitter",{"_54":55,"_56":57},"handle","@mediabistro","url","https://twitter.com/mediabistro","linkedin","https://www.linkedin.com/company/mediabistro","youtube","https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnoZvx8SmZOMA1XteQAVtMQ","instagram","https://www.instagram.com/mediabistro/","helpEmail","help@mediabistro.com","transactionalEmail",{"_68":69,"_70":71},"fromAddress","support@mediabistro.com","userPasswordResetTemplateId","d-0614cbe7ddf0404893e7c9f8208331d5","header",{"_74":75,"_86":87},"logo",{"_76":77,"_78":79,"_80":81,"_82":83,"_84":85},"whiteLogo","https://www.mediabistro.com/public/site-logos/2025-mb-logo.svg","darkLogo","https://www.mediabistro.com/public/site-logos/2025-mb-logo-dark.svg","logoClasses","w-[210px] h-[50px] lg:mb-1","width",300,"height",64,"items",[88,141,163,181],{"_89":90,"_91":92,"_93":94},"type","mega-menu","text","Jobs","columns",[95,110,132],{"_86":96},[97,100,104,107],{"_89":98,"_91":99,"_56":25},"internal-link","Search Creative Jobs",{"_89":101,"_91":102,"_56":103},"link","Hot Jobs","/career-advice/get-hired/hot-jobs/",{"_89":98,"_91":105,"_56":106},"Remote Media Jobs","/jobs?keyword=media&remote=true",{"_89":98,"_91":108,"_56":109},"Create Job Alerts","/create-alert",{"_111":112,"_86":113},"title","Job Categories",[114,117,120,123,126,129],{"_89":98,"_91":115,"_56":116},"Creative & Design","/jobs?category=Creative+%26+Design",{"_89":98,"_91":118,"_56":119},"Marketing & Communications","/jobs?category=Marketing+%26+Communications",{"_89":98,"_91":121,"_56":122},"Operations & Strategy","/jobs?category=Operations+%26+Strategy",{"_89":98,"_91":124,"_56":125},"Production","/jobs?category=Production",{"_89":98,"_91":127,"_56":128},"Sales & Business Development","/jobs?category=Sales+%26+Business+Development",{"_89":98,"_91":130,"_56":131},"Writing & Editing","/jobs?category=Writing+%26+Editing",{"_111":133,"_86":134},"Quick Links",[135,137,140],{"_89":98,"_91":136,"_56":25},"Search All Jobs",{"_89":98,"_91":138,"_56":139},"Remote Jobs","/jobs?remote=true",{"_89":98,"_91":108,"_56":109},{"_89":142,"_91":143,"_86":144},"dropdown","Career Resources",[145,148,151,154,157,160],{"_89":101,"_91":146,"_56":147},"Career Advice & Articles","/career-advice/",{"_89":101,"_91":149,"_56":150},"Media Industry News","/media-news",{"_89":98,"_91":152,"_56":153},"Resume Writing Services","/resume-writing-services/",{"_89":101,"_91":155,"_56":156},"Interview Coaching","https://www.wizco.io/ava",{"_89":98,"_91":158,"_56":159},"Job Market Insights","/trends",{"_89":101,"_91":161,"_56":162},"Member Profiles","/freelance-connect/browse/",{"_89":142,"_91":164,"_86":165},"Mediabistro Membership",[166,169,172,175,178],{"_89":101,"_91":167,"_56":168},"Membership Overview","/unlimited/",{"_89":101,"_91":170,"_56":171},"How to Pitch (Premium Tool)","/career-advice/go-freelance/how-to-pitch/",{"_89":101,"_91":173,"_56":174},"Editorial Calendars (Premium Access)","/mastheads/",{"_89":101,"_91":176,"_56":177},"Courses & Training Programs","/online-training-courses/",{"_89":101,"_91":179,"_56":180},"Membership FAQ","/unlimited/frequently-asked-questions/",{"_89":142,"_91":182,"_86":183},"Showcase",[184,187],{"_89":101,"_91":185,"_56":186},"Featured Creative Stories","/showcase",{"_89":101,"_91":188,"_56":189},"Submit your Story","/my-account/?account_tab=showcase","footer",{"_74":192,"_193":194,"_195":196,"_197":198,"_199":200,"_201":202,"_203":204},{"_76":77,"_78":79,"_80":81},"cta","","logoText","Find your next media job or showcase your creative talent","copyright","Copyright © 2026 Mediabistro","termsOfUse","/terms-of-use/","termsOfService","/terms-of-service","privacyPolicy","/privacy-policy/","styleGuide",{"_207":208,"_212":213},"images",[209,210,211],"/_static/mediabistro/mb-logo-268x268.webp","/_static/mediabistro/android-chrome-192x192.png","/_static/mediabistro/mediabistro-text-logo.webp","colors",[214,218,221,224,227,230,233],{"_15":215,"_216":217},"$primary-color","value","#339999",{"_15":219,"_216":220},"$primary-color-light","#1ab9b3",{"_15":222,"_216":223},"$dark-blue","#3c405d",{"_15":225,"_216":226},"$green","#2D7E7E",{"_15":228,"_216":229},"$grey","rgba(47, 47, 48, 0.93)",{"_15":231,"_216":232},"$darkgrey","rgba(44, 43, 45, 0.98)",{"_15":234,"_216":235},"$light-grey","#F3F3F4","jobsSearch",{"_238":239,"_246":247},"emptyMeta",[240,242],{"_111":241},"Media, Marketing & Creative Job Board | Journalism & Ad Jobs",{"_15":243,"_244":245},"description","content","The #1 job board for media, marketing, and communications professionals. Search career opportunities in advertising, public relations, journalism, and creative arts.","websiteSchema",[248],{"_249":250},"script:ld+json",{"_251":252,"_253":254,"_15":16,"_255":256,"_56":257,"_258":259},"@context","https://schema.org","@type","WebSite","alternateName","MB","https://mediabistro.com/jobs","potentialAction",{"_253":260,"_261":262,"_266":267},"SearchAction","target",{"_253":263,"_264":265},"EntryPoint","urlTemplate","https://mediabistro.com/jobs?keyword={keyword}","query-input","required name=keyword","hero",{"_111":270,"_271":272,"_193":273,"_91":274},"Find Your Next Media Job","subtitle","Discover creative opportunities at the world's leading media brands","Start Your Search","Find your next media job","flags",{"_277":278,"_279":278},"extendedFilters",true,"weeklyNewsletter","postJobs",{"_282":283,"_268":288,"_291":292,"_293":294,"_275":298,"_302":303,"_315":316,"_321":322,"_326":327,"_342":343,"_345":346},"meta",[284,286],{"_111":285},"Post a Job | Hire Media, Marketing & Creative Talent - Mediabistro",{"_15":243,"_244":287},"Recruit qualified media and creative professionals on the #1 industry job board. Reach top talent in design, social media, advertising, and communications. Post a job today.",{"_111":289,"_271":290,"_243":194},"The #1 Job Board for Media, Marketing & Creative Talent","Skip the unqualified resumes. Reach journalism, publishing, and marketing pros who are ready to work.","unlimitedJobsEmail","clients@mediabistro.com","enterpriseCta",{"_91":295,"_296":297},"High-volume employers, recruiting firms, and media and creative agencies:","linkText","contact us for bulk credits and ATS integration.",{"_299":278,"_300":278,"_301":278},"showMediaBoardSection","showRolesSection","showPlanIcon","mediaBoardSection",{"_111":304,"_271":305,"_243":306,"_307":308,"_313":314},"The #1 Destination for Media","and Creative Talent","Connect with top-tier full-time and freelance media professionals. Whether you are a leading publisher, a streaming service, or a growing brand, we deliver specialized talent you won't find on generalist job boards. Find your perfect match for:","bullets",[309,310,311,312],"News, Journalism & Book Publishing","Content Marketing, AI Prompt Engineering & Copywriting","Influencer Management, TV & Video Production","PR, Non-Profits & Education","imageAlt","Job seekers and featured job cards collage","rolesSection",{"_111":317,"_271":318,"_243":319,"_313":320},"Hire Remote and Local Talent","Across Every Media Vertical","Whether you are building an in-office team or seeking remote talent, access a specialized network of professionals in editorial, publishing, influencer marketing, and AI content strategy. Find candidates—from prompt engineers to production leads—who are ready to contribute from anywhere.","Media roles infographic","testimonialsSection",{"_111":323,"_271":324,"_243":325},"Trusted by Leading Media","and Creative Employers","See why top publishers, agencies, and brands rely on us to find exceptional talent.","testimonials",[328,334,338],{"_329":330,"_331":332,"_74":333},"company","Huffpost","quote","I love using Mediabistro for my harder to fill creative roles. Multimedia positions like photo editors, video producers, or even niche journalists yield great results. Other job boards don't always produce the specialized talent my hiring teams are looking for, and I feel like I can find that talent through Mediabistro.","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/huff-post-400x200.png",{"_329":335,"_331":336,"_74":337},"NBCUniversal","Mediabistro is valuable partner when it comes to finding top candidates in the media industry. Their team is extremely responsive, which makes the posting process quick and easy. They also offer great insight into branding company pages.","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/nbc-universal-400x200.png",{"_329":339,"_331":340,"_74":341},"The Taunton Press","What we like best about Mediabistro is the quality of targeted talent they deliver through their job board portal. We know we'll find the right type of talent for specialized positions that may be more challenging to fill. For almost fifteen years, Mediabistro has been our go-to resource for talent in the media/publishing space.","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/taunton-press-400x200.png","employersSection",{"_111":344,"_271":16},"Media and Creative Employers on","employerLogos",[347,349,352,355,358,361,364,367,370,373,376,379],{"_15":335,"_348":337},"image",{"_15":350,"_348":351},"Bloomberg","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/bloomberg-400x200.png",{"_15":353,"_348":354},"Meredith","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/meredith-400x200.png",{"_15":356,"_348":357},"Dotdash","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/dotdash-400x200.png",{"_15":359,"_348":360},"Penske Media Corporation","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/penske-media-corporation-400x200.png",{"_15":362,"_348":363},"Springer Nature","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/springer-nature-400x200.png",{"_15":365,"_348":366},"Penguin Random House","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/penguin-random-house-400x200.png",{"_15":368,"_348":369},"Fox Corporation","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/fox-corporation-400x200.png",{"_15":371,"_348":372},"Future","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/future-400x200.png",{"_15":374,"_348":375},"Hearst Television","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/hearst-television-400x200.png",{"_15":377,"_348":378},"Cox Enterprises","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/cox-enterprises-400x200.png",{"_15":380,"_348":381},"Leaf Group","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/post-jobs-logos/leaf-group-400x200.png","createAlertMeta",[384,386],{"_111":385},"Create Job Alerts | Media, Marketing & Creative Job Alerts",{"_15":243,"_244":387},"Never miss an opportunity. Sign up for free email alerts and get the latest jobs in social media, graphic design, writing, and marketing delivered to your inbox.","jobsPortalSignupMeta",[390,392],{"_111":391},"Sign Up | Creative, Marketing & Media Job Search",{"_15":243,"_244":393},"Create your free profile to apply for jobs, upload your resume, and set job alerts. Join the leading career community for creative, marketing, and media professionals.","requestInfo",{"_396":397,"_402":19,"_403":404,"_405":406},"hints",{"_398":399,"_400":401},"theme","light","timeZone","UTC","origin","path","/jobs/2619555750-chief-estimator-structural-steel","userPrefs",{"_398":399},"env",{"_409":410,"_411":412,"_413":414,"_415":416,"_417":19},"MODE","production","SENTRY_ENV","mediabistro","NEW_JOB_BOARD_SENTRY_DSN","https://235251e3654b447a82e934b7c2ce7c93@o4504103609303040.ingest.sentry.io/4504806528253952","SENTRY_RELEASE","63bf1c545e79086ff03e58419d6b03cfbc22fc12","WEBSITE_URL","user","toast","confettiId","routes/_public.jobs+/$id.index/index",{"_423":424,"_487":488,"_506":428,"_507":428,"_508":509},"job",{"_425":426,"_427":428,"_429":428,"_430":115,"_431":432,"_433":194,"_434":435,"_436":-7,"_111":437,"_243":438,"_439":440,"_441":438,"_442":443,"_444":445,"_446":194,"_447":194,"_448":194,"_56":449,"_450":194,"_451":194,"_452":453,"_454":453,"_455":456,"_457":428,"_458":459,"_460":404,"_461":462,"_463":438,"_464":465,"_476":477,"_478":437,"_479":443,"_480":194,"_481":482,"_483":484,"_485":486},"id",["B","2619555750"],"promoted",false,"remoteAllowed","category","duration","Full Time","experienceLevel","publishedAt",["D",1771372800000],"indexedAt","Chief Estimator - Structural Steel","None","descriptionText","Chief Estimator - Structural Steel NexGen Contracting Creative & Design None","shortDescription","location","Phoenix, AZ, US, 85003","companyName","NexGen Contracting","salaryMin","salaryMax","salaryDescription","https://job-api.jobget.com/v1/job/100774972830?context=WyJ1Yml6V21VUVdWdThxOXREcmZFNXdJcGdDczhNbEYwcFB2NjlvcENDSVg3UlJKTEVheDRnRDljRlBwNFpmcDA2bWV5WTFQYmZCa1pDbzdoVWQrdk9lU1NCYkhVUzYvZldpUHE4Q2JrZXVKa0FhV3FjIiwid1N5TVU5aVFxbEdwUExmbSIsIlV5ckVOT01GVUpuWkVsNHVHaWp0SEE9PSJd&jg_eid=eba098d2-dd35-499b-a3c7-562098453c9d","companyDescription","companyWebsite","displayLogo","https://www.mediabistro.com/public/images/desk-100x50.webp","displayThumbnail","displayHeadline","Work at NexGen Contracting","isManualPosted","costPerClick",0.23,"displayUrl","fullUrl","https://www.mediabistro.com/jobs/2619555750-chief-estimator-structural-steel","strippedDescription","parsedLocation",{"_466":467,"_468":469,"_470":471,"_472":194,"_473":194,"_474":475},"city","Phoenix","state","AZ","country","US","street1","street2","postal_code","85003","displayPublishedAt","1 days ago","shortTitle","shortLocation","level","searchCompanyPath","/jobs?keyword=NexGen+Contracting","searchLocationPath","/jobs?location=Phoenix%2C+AZ%2C+US%2C+85003","searchTitlePath","/jobs?keyword=Chief+Estimator+-+Structural+Steel","featuredCompany",{"_425":489,"_15":490,"_491":428,"_74":492,"_493":494,"_243":495,"_442":496,"_497":-5,"_498":-5,"_499":-5,"_500":-5,"_501":502,"_503":504,"_452":492,"_460":505,"_454":492},211,"Mansueto Ventures","agency","https://production-rails-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/public/legacy-logos/109473.JPG","slug","mansueto-ventures-careers","

Mansueto Ventures is home to two of the most iconic and vibrant brands in business publishing: Inc. and Fast Company. Every day, the content, awards, and events produced help entrepreneurs and innovators succeed by providing useful insights, sparking essential conversations, and offering much-needed inspiration.

Inc. is the voice of the American entrepreneur, inspiring and documenting the risk-takers and ultra-driven go-getters who represent the most dynamic force in the American economy.
Fast Company is the world’s leading business media brand, focusing on innovation in technology, leadership, and design to inspire readers to shape the future of business.

","New York, NY","coloredLogo","logoAttachment","thumbnail","thumbnailAttachment","hexCode","#080D0C","headline","Publisher of Inc. and Fast Company, empowering innovators and entrepreneurs.","/companies/mansueto-ventures-careers","hasJobSubmission","isSavedJob","similarJobs",[510,518,528,536,546],{"_429":428,"_434":511,"_452":453,"_444":445,"_243":512,"_441":513,"_427":428,"_111":437,"_431":194,"_433":194,"_454":453,"_442":467,"_425":514,"_455":456,"_430":115,"_476":515,"_460":516,"_478":437,"_479":467,"_481":482,"_483":517,"_485":486},["D",1769665161000],"

Overview

NexGen is looking to add a Chief Estimator to the Steel Division in Phoenix, Arizona!

Responsibilities

Why NexGen?

NexGen Contracting, the self-perform arm of Gray, is based in Franklin, TN, and specializes in executing turnkey project scopes, including concrete, steel, millwright, and finishes. NexGen is fully integrated with Gray Construction and serves as a preferred subcontractor. The NexGen team is made of career, trade-specific professionals and core craftsmen with decades of experience who are dedicated to meeting our customers’ unique needs. NexGen offers a wide range of self-perform services, which include supervision, administration, craft labor, materials, tools, documentation, consumables, and safety devices to successfully carry projects from start to finish.

Why Gray?

Gray is a fully integrated, global service provider deeply rooted in engineering, design, and construction, along with smart manufacturing and equipment manufacturing services. Consistently ranked as a leader in the industry, we focus on the following markets for domestic and international customers: Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Automotive, Distribution, Mission Critical, and Commercial.

Founded in 1960, Gray’s robust offering enables us to create one-of-a-kind solutions at the highest levels of customization, delivering unmatched precision and partnership to some of the world’s most sophisticated organizations. Still, these areas don’t define Gray—our people do. Passion, commitment, and a great team spirit all speak to the team members at Gray.

Position Summary

The Chief Estimator is responsible for managing the overall bid process for estimating steel projects that are assigned the Steel Division. They will be responsible for pursuing projects throughout their pre-proposal and proposal cycle. He or she is responsible for preparing detailed estimates of structural steel projects to include labor, equipment and material fabrication costs. They must have a good understanding of steel fabrication processes and materials, as well as experience in developing accurate cost estimates. They are responsible for maintaining BuildingConnected bid invitations, creating bid invites to vendors & suppliers, updating bid information and submitting proposal through BuldingConnected portal or other websites, as required.

The Chief Estimator works closely with the Business Unit Leader, General Superintendent, Safety Department, and Quality Manager to develop bid strategies, resource availability, vendor relationships, safety requirements, quality requirement and project schedules, in order to provide a comprehensive estimate.
He or she is responsible for updating the bid logs in Mondays.com, Steel Division folders, Bid Status log in excel as well as other logs or other related documents required to be maintained.
Must have a good understanding of erection requirements and procedures to be able to provide accurate cost estimates associated with crane selection, rigging, bracing and general erection of structural and miscellaneous steel.
The ability to travel to project sites for preconstruction and construction visits.

Qualifications

Who we want… (Requirements)

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management or a minimum of ten years’ experience in the construction industry, along with a minimum of five years of experience in commercial structural steel or miscellaneous metals.
Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills.
Ability to identify, assimilate and comprehend the critical elements of a situation to extract and interpret implications of courses of actions to attend to details of a problem.
Effectiveness in planning and controlling work, motivating and developing subordinates, improving work methods and results, encouraging and supporting suggestions for work improvements, etc.
Knowledge of design principles and engineering specifications related to structural steel.
Proficiency in using software programs related to structural steel design and estimation. Similar to Tekla, E-Takeoff, Sage, Stack, etc.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and other technical documents.
Understanding of basic geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to calculate loads and stresses on structural steel members.
Knowledge of local building codes and regulations.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Ability to work with other team members to ensure accuracy and efficiency in projects.
Plans for and uses resources efficiently, always looks for ways to reduce costs.
Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
Experience in commercial structural steel projects.
Experienced with Construction Scheduling.

The new team member should be an energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development. If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast-paced innovative company, then Gray is the place for you.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What we expect… (Essential Functions)

The most important skill for a structural steel estimator is the ability to accurately estimate the cost of materials and labor. This requires a deep knowledge of materials and labor costs, as well as the ability to calculate the amount of time and resources necessary to complete the project. In order to do this successfully, the estimator must be able to analyze a project from start to finish, identify potential problems and develop strategies for overcoming them.

Estimators must be able to communicate effectively with other professionals involved in the project, such as architects and engineers, in order to ensure that the project is completed on budget and on time. By leveraging their knowledge of materials, labor costs and project management, structural steel estimators are essential for successful project completion.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and arms, reach, and talk or hear. They are regularly required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs, and occasionally lift or move up to 100 lbs. Specific vision abilities include accurate near and distant vision.

Frequently in a normal office environment where noise level is moderate and temperature/humidity is controlled. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outside weather conditions. May be exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold and/or heat, risk of electrical shock, explosives and vibrations. Noise level on the job site is normally moderate to loud. Overtime will be required. Travel will be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EEO Disclaimer

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

#J-18808-Ljbffr","

Overview

NexGen is looking to add a Chief Estimator to the Steel Division in Phoenix, Arizona!

Responsibiliti...",["B","2341999306"],"21 days ago","/jobs/2341999306-chief-estimator-structural-steel","/jobs?location=Phoenix",{"_429":428,"_434":519,"_452":453,"_444":520,"_243":521,"_441":522,"_427":428,"_111":437,"_431":194,"_433":194,"_454":453,"_442":467,"_425":523,"_455":524,"_430":115,"_476":525,"_460":526,"_478":437,"_479":467,"_481":527,"_483":517,"_485":486},["D",1769613996000],"Gray, Inc.","

Overview

NexGen is looking to add a Chief Estimator to the Steel Division in Phoenix, Arizona!

Responsibilities

Why NexGen?

NexGen Contracting, the self‑perform arm of Gray, is based in Franklin, TN, and specializes in executing turnkey project scopes, including concrete, steel, millwright, and finishes. NexGen is fully integrated with Gray Construction and serves as a preferred subcontractor. The NexGen team is made of career, trade‑specific professionals and core craftsmen with decades of experience who are dedicated to meeting our customers’ unique needs. NexGen offers a wide range of self‑perform services, which include supervision, administration, craft labor, materials, tools, documentation, consumables, and safety devices to successfully carry projects from start to finish.

Why Gray?

Founded in 1960, Gray’s robust offering enables us to create one‑of‑a‑kind solutions at the highest levels of customization, delivering unmatched precision and partnership to some of the world’s most sophisticated organizations. Still, these areas don’t define Gray—our people do. Passion, commitment, and a great team spirit all speak to the team members at Gray.

Position Summary

The Chief Estimator is responsible for managing the overall bid process for estimating steel projects that are assigned the Steel Division. They will be responsible for pursuing projects throughout their pre‑proposal and proposal cycle. He or she is responsible for preparing detailed estimates of structural steel projects to include labor, equipment and material fabrication costs. They must have a good understanding of steel fabrication processes and materials, as well as experience in developing accurate cost estimates. They are responsible for maintaining BuildingConnected bid invitations, creating bid invites to vendors & suppliers, updating bid information and submitting proposal through BuldingConnected portal or other websites, as required.

The Chief Estimator works closely with the Business Unit Leader, General Superintendent, Safety Department, and Quality Manager to develop bid strategies, resource availability, vendor relationships, safety requirements, quality requirement and project schedules, in order to provide a comprehensive estimate.
He or she is responsible for updating the bid logs in Mondays.com, Steel Division folders, Bid Status log in excel as well as other logs or other related documents required to be maintained.
Must have a good understanding of erection requirements and procedures to be able to provide accurate cost estimates associated with crane selection, rigging, bracing and general erection of structural and miscellaneous steel.
The ability to travel to project sites for preconstruction and construction visits.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management or a minimum of ten years’ experience in the construction industry, along with a minimum of five years of experience in commercial structural steel or miscellaneous metals.
Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills.
Ability to identify, assimilate and comprehend the critical elements of a situation to extract and interpret implications of courses of actions to attend to details of a problem.
Effectiveness in planning and controlling work, motivating and developing subordinates, improving work methods and results, encouraging and supporting suggestions for work improvements, etc.
Knowledge of design principles and engineering specifications related to structural steel.
Proficiency in using software programs related to structural steel design and estimation. Similar to Tekla, E‑Takeoff, Sage, Stack, etc.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and other technical documents.
Understanding of basic geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to calculate loads and stresses on structural steel members.
Knowledge of local building codes and regulations.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Ability to work with other team members to ensure accuracy and efficiency in projects.
Plans for and uses resources efficiently, always looks for ways to reduce costs.
Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
Experience in commercial structural steel projects.
Experienced with Construction Scheduling.

The new team member should be an energetic, self‑motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development. If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast‑paced innovative company, then Gray is the place for you.

Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EEO Disclaimer

#J-18808-Ljbffr","

Overview

NexGen is looking to add a Chief Estimator to the Steel Division in Phoenix, Arizona!

...",["B","2341991735"],"Work at Gray, Inc.","22 days ago","/jobs/2341991735-chief-estimator-structural-steel","/jobs?keyword=Gray%2C+Inc.",{"_429":428,"_434":529,"_452":453,"_444":445,"_243":530,"_441":531,"_427":428,"_111":532,"_431":194,"_433":194,"_454":453,"_442":467,"_425":533,"_455":456,"_430":115,"_476":515,"_460":534,"_478":532,"_479":467,"_481":482,"_483":517,"_485":535},["D",1769665171000],"A construction company located in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking a Chief Estimator to manage and prepare detailed estimates for structural steel projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management and extensive experience in the construction industry. This role offers a collaborative team environment and the opportunity to work on diverse projects across various sectors.
#J-18808-Ljbffr","A construction company located in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking a Chief Estimator to manage and prepare detailed estimates for structural steel proj...","Lead Structural Steel Estimator — Strategic Bids & Costing",["B","2341999329"],"/jobs/2341999329-lead-structural-steel-estimator-strategic-bids-costing","/jobs?keyword=Lead+Structural+Steel+Estimator+%E2%80%94+Strategic+Bids+%26+Costing",{"_429":428,"_434":537,"_452":453,"_444":538,"_243":438,"_441":438,"_427":428,"_111":539,"_431":432,"_433":194,"_454":453,"_442":443,"_425":540,"_455":541,"_430":115,"_476":542,"_460":543,"_478":539,"_479":443,"_481":544,"_483":484,"_485":545},["D",1771113600000],"gpac","Steel Estimator",["B","2619550017"],"Work at gpac","4 days ago","/jobs/2619550017-steel-estimator","/jobs?keyword=gpac","/jobs?keyword=Steel+Estimator",{"_429":428,"_434":547,"_452":453,"_444":520,"_243":548,"_441":549,"_427":428,"_111":550,"_431":194,"_433":194,"_454":453,"_442":467,"_425":551,"_455":524,"_430":115,"_476":525,"_460":552,"_478":550,"_479":467,"_481":527,"_483":517,"_485":553},["D",1769614013000],"A construction industry leader is seeking a Chief Estimator in Phoenix, Arizona to manage the bid process for structural steel projects. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management, along with substantial experience in the construction and steel industries. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, with proficiency in estimation software. This role offers an opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a fast-paced environment focused on innovative solutions.
#J-18808-Ljbffr","A construction industry leader is seeking a Chief Estimator in Phoenix, Arizona to manage the bid process for structural steel projects. The positi...","Senior Structural Steel Estimator | Lead Bid & Planning",["B","2341991803"],"/jobs/2341991803-senior-structural-steel-estimator-lead-bid-planning","/jobs?keyword=Senior+Structural+Steel+Estimator+%7C+Lead+Bid+%26+Planning","actionData","errors"]