Quoting/Estimating Specialist

Steel Quoting/Estimating Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on, results-driven Quoting / Estimating Specialist to increase quoting capacity, accuracy, and win rate for structural steel and fabricated metal projects. This individual will work directly with customers, vendors, and internal departments to prepare competitive quotes while improving how we price, track, and pursue opportunities. The right candidate will combine technical estimating ability with a sales-oriented mindset — someone who can read drawings, perform detailed takeoffs, and also pick up the phone to clarify scope, value-engineer solutions, and help secure work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely quotes for structural steel, fabricated components, and assemblies.
• Perform takeoffs and interpret blueprints, bid packages, and drawings to identify scope, materials, and labor.
• Collaborate directly with customers and general contractors to clarify project requirements, align scope, and position bids competitively.
• Develop and maintain standardized estimating tools and pricing templates to improve speed and consistency.
• Build and maintain relationships with key accounts, providing fast and accurate turnaround on quotes and change orders.
• Work closely with engineering, purchasing, and production to validate assumptions and ensure manufacturability.
• Analyze historical data and job performance to refine pricing models and improve accuracy.
• Follow up on submitted quotes, gather feedback, and report on bid hit rates and competitiveness.
• Assist in proposal preparation, including scope breakdowns, alternates, exclusions, and clarifications.
• Support implementation of quoting and estimating automation tools (ERP or digital integrations).

Essential Skills

• 3-5 years of experience in structural or miscellaneous steel fabrication estimating.
• Associates or Bachelors in Engineering or related field.
• Proven ability to interpret structural and architectural drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes, shop routing, welding, machining, and finishing.
• Comfortable communicating directly with customers, engineers, and general contractors.
• Proficient with ERP and estimating systems (such as FabTrol or similar).
• Strong Excel and digital takeoff software skills.
• Highly organized and comfortable handling multiple bids simultaneously.
• Driven by results; understands the importance of both accuracy and responsiveness.

Work Environment

The work hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The position requires in-person attendance.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grove City, OH.

The pay range for this position is $38.47 - $45.68/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Grove City,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.