Full Time
$800mo
40
Apr 26, 2024
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**Job Title**: Virtual Assistant - Structural Steel & Miscellaneous Metals Estimator
**Company**: Structural Metal Services LLC
**Location**: Remote
**Job Type**: Full-Time (Remote)
**About Structural Metal Services LLC**:
Structural Metal Services LLC is a rapidly growing U.S. company specializing in top-tier structural steel and miscellaneous metals for construction projects. Our commitment to excellence, precision, and sustainability drives every project we undertake. Joining our remote team offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally and become part of something impactful. We value flexibility, innovation, and the contributions of each tea
**Position Overview**:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Virtual Assistant to perform structural steel and miscellaneous metals quantity takeoffs. In this crucial full-time remote role, you will analyze construction documents, accurately estimate materials and costs, and play a key role in the efficient and cost-effective planning of our projects. Your expertise will contribute directly to the quality and success of our wide-ranging construction endeavors.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Analyze digital construction documents to identify structural steel and miscellaneous metal requirements.
- Perform precise material takeoffs for structural elements and miscellaneous metals using digital tools and specialized software.
- Create detailed material lists with specifications including type, dimensions, grades, finishes, and special fabrication needs.
- Estimate quantities, factoring in waste and overages.
- Collaborate with suppliers remotely to ensure cost-effective material pricing.
- Calculate estimated labor and equipment costs for material fabrication and installation.
- Prepare comprehensive cost reports and project estimates using cloud-based tools.
- Engage with project managers and engineers remotely to refine estimates and adapt plans according to project needs.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and material costs through online research.
**Requirements**:
- Demonstrated experience in construction estimating, with a focus on structural steel and miscellaneous metals, in a virtual environment.
- Proficient in analyzing construction documents and using estimating software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam).
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and detail-oriented skills.
- Excellent communication abilities and familiarity with virtual collaboration platforms (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Teams).
- Capable of working independently, managing multiple projects with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
**Why Join Structural Metal Services LLC?**:
- Embrace the flexibility of remote work, allowing for a comfortable work-life balance.
- Be a part of a growing U.S. company, offering substantial opportunities for professional growth and personal development.
- Engage in innovative and impactful construction projects, contributing to a team that values every member’s input and initiative.
- Bonuses are possible, recognizing and rewarding your contributions to our collective success.
**How to Apply**:
Interested candidates are invited to send a resume and a detailed cover letter to online jobs PH. Your application should highlight your experience in construction estimating and your ability to thrive in a remote work environment. Explain how you can contribute to the growth and success of Structural Metal Services LLC. We are excited to find a new tea