Sales Estimator

Role Description :

The Sales Estimator role at our client company is a full-time, on-site position based in Edina, MN.

The Sales Estimator is responsible for reviewing plans and specifications, preparing accurate material and labor takeoffs/estimates, and developing competitive bids for structural steel ( miscellaneous metal too, but not required) projects.

Day-to-day tasks include analyzing project requirements, collaborating with detailing and production teams, and clarifying technical details with customers and contractors.

The role involves maintaining strong relationships with existing clients, identifying new business opportunities, and providing timely, clear communication regarding project scope, pricing, and schedules.

The Sales Estimator also updates internal systems with estimate data, tracks bid outcomes, and supports continuous improvement in estimating processes and standards.

Qualifications

Strong customer-facing skills, including Customer Service and Communication, with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.

Proficiency in Sales and Business Development, with experience identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and supporting revenue growth.

Demonstrated capability in Project Estimation, including reading design drawings, interpreting specifications, and calculating material, labor, and fabrication costs.

Solid computer skills and competence with standard office applications (e.g., spreadsheets, documents).

Knowledge of structural steel and miscellaneous metals, fabrication processes, or construction industry practices is strongly preferred.

Strong analytical and math skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.

Not a remote position; ability to work on-site in Edina, MN, collaborate in a team setting, and communicate effectively with production, detailing, and management.

Relevant education or experience in construction management, engineering, drafting, or a related field; prior estimating of structural steel is required, experience in misc. metals is a plus.

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.