Structural Steel Estimator, Steel Procurement Job at Clayco, Saint Louis, MO

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  • Clayco
  • Saint Louis, MO

Job Description

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.

About Consolidated Distribution Company (CDC)

Clayco’s Consolidated Distribution Company (CDC) uses its extensive relationships to secure competitive pricing and product availability. By negotiating with top brands and manufacturers, CDC provides cost-effective solutions for construction equipment, materials, and finishes. It excels in managing complex projects through strategic sourcing and mass purchasing, offering integrated design, and purchasing power for both internal and external clients.

The Role We Want You For

The primary function of the Structural Steel Estimator, Steel Procurement is to provide accurate bid proposals for Structural Steel and scope analysis for potential construction projects.

The Specifics of the Role

  • Responsible for accurate material quantity take-off.
  • Develops comprehensive, detailed proposal for the project estimated.
  • Maintain project budget throughout each project, with profit and loss accountability.
  • Identify opportunities for change orders and establish cost where applicable.
  • Prepare, issue and track change order status for material above and beyond the original contract.
  • Develop options and recommend best value solutions based on cost, engineering, quality, or availability of materials.
  • Additional responsibilities include quote review, project management, and material purchasing.
  • Ensure department achieves goals through management and leadership mentality.
  • Functions as Lead Estimator.

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree in Construction Management or Engineering discipline preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Structural Steel and Miscellaneous Metals.
  • Knowledge and understanding of building construction combined with steel design concepts presented on architectural and engineering drawings.
  • Ability to prepare proposals with minimum supervision.
  • Candidates must have a strong understanding of detailed estimating, estimating techniques and cost control.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should be able to clearly articulate bid inclusions, exclusions, and proposal clarifications with owners and subcontractors.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.
  • Review proposals, specifications, drawing, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and develop quantity take-offs.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with general contractor.
  • Responsible for buyout process with Project Manager.
  • Knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
  • Problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals.
  • Project set up, budget planning, buy out, and cost reporting experience is a must.
  • Good understanding of critical path scheduling.
  • Energetic and highly motivated with a strong sense of urgency.
  • Entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with the ability to work equally well on own as well as in a team environment.
  • Ability to understand construction drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite, On-Screen Estimating software, and ACC Build.

Some Things You Should Know

  • This position will be based out of St. Louis, MO.
  • No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
  • We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
  • The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

  • 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
  • 2025 ENR Top 400 – Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

  • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

  • The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Job Tags

Contract work, For contractors, For subcontractor, Work at office, Flexible hours

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