Job Description

Ameritech Staffing is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for custom metal fabrication and commercial HVAC projects, including data centers, stadiums, schools, and hospitals. Houston-area candidates are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare material takeoffs, labor estimates, and proposals for sheet metal, ductwork, heavy plate, and custom steel fabrication.

• Review complex drawings and specifications to identify scope gaps, production challenges, and cost risks.

• Evaluate material pricing, supplier quotes, and lead times.

• Collaborate with engineering and shop teams to develop accurate, profitable estimates.

• Improve estimating procedures and support junior estimators.

Requirements:

• **Minimum 10 years of relevant estimating and custom metal fabrication experience.

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• Strong knowledge of plasma cutting, rolling, forming, welding, and shop assembly.

• Experience with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, plate, and sheet metal.

• Ability to interpret fabrication drawings and assess material, labor, and production requirements.

• Understanding of job costing, margins, steel pricing, and supplier relationships.

• Proficiency with estimating software and Excel; working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor.

• Commercial HVAC and ductwork estimating experience.

• Manufacturing engineering or design-for-manufacturing experience preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay of $45–$55 per hour, based on experience.

• Weekly pay.

• Monday–Friday 7:30A-4:30P

• Opportunity to contribute to major commercial and industrial projects.