Estimator Trainee - Rebar - Now Hiring

Nucor Rebar Fabrication is seeking applicants for our Estimator Trainee position supporting our branch in Zellwood, FL. We are North America’s leading fabricator, installer and distributor of concrete reinforcing steel and related products. Teammates are the key to our success and every teammate can and does make a difference. We prioritize safety in everything we do. A career at Nucor Rebar Fabrication means stability, being heard and respected, and opportunity for personal and professional growth. Nucor, our parent company, is a Fortune 100 company recently named Fortune’s best workplace in Manufacturing and Production. Nucor is committed to being good stewards of the environment and is constantly striving to find new and innovative ways to decrease our carbon footprint. Each branch of Nucor Rebar Fabrication works together as a team to be the best in the business. We’re looking to add a hardworking teammate with integrity, problem-solving skills and who is not afraid of hard work.

Benefits:

Medical and dental are just the beginning. We value our teammates and offer a benefits package that also includes a bonus program, profit sharing, retirement savings, vacation and holiday pay, scholarship and tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth potential. When you join Nucor Rebar Fabrication you are joining a fast-paced and stable work environment. For more information on our benefits go to Nucor.com/benefits.

PURPOSE: Prepare estimates of the quantities of fabricated reinforcing bars, mesh, accessories and related products required for projects on which Nucor Rebar Fabrication seeks to offer a bid so that contractor customers can receive timely proposals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
•    Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s vision and values
•    Develop a knowledge of the reinforcing bar industry and the basics of estimating quantities of rebar, mesh, and accessories
•    Read blueprints to create accurate estimates
•    Develop knowledge of the CRSI Manual of Standard Practice, Reinforcing Anchorages and Splices and the Placing Reinforcing Bars manuals
•    Ability to continue building estimating skills and learning to review plans to assist in the assessment of the project, project scope and bidding strategy with trainer’s and Estimating Lead guidance.
•    Complete the estimating of simple projects (e.g. foundation walls, footings, pier, slabs, stairs, retaining walls) with little or no assistance 
•    Assist with estimating projects from bidding through pre-award
•    Work with sales staff to ensure accurate and complete estimates are made at bid time
•    Perform other duties as required by the supervisor

•    Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
•    General knowledge of basic math, geometry, and trigonometry 
•    Ability to read blueprints
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

PREFERENCES
•    Two-year technical degree or certification in construction management or project management from an accredited school or college 
•    Construction and concrete-related knowledge and experience
•    Basic knowledge of construction or civil technology

SELECTION CRITERIA
•    Ability to handle multiple projects
•    Aptitude for problem solving
•    Ability to work in a team environment
•    Good communication skills 
•    Excellent organization and time management skills

SPECIAL DEMANDS
Must be able to work overtime when required 

Nucor Rebar Fabrication is seeking applicants for our Estimator Trainee position supporting our branch in Zellwood, FL. We are North America’s leading fabricator, installer and distributor of concrete reinforcing steel and related products. Teammates are the key to our success and every teammate can and does make a difference. We prioritize safety in everything we do. A career at Nucor Rebar Fabrication means stability, being heard and respected, and opportunity for personal and professional growth. Nucor, our parent company, is a Fortune 100 company recently named Fortune’s best workplace in Manufacturing and Production. Nucor is committed to being good stewards of the environment and is constantly striving to find new and innovative ways to decrease our carbon footprint. Each branch of Nucor Rebar Fabrication works together as a team to be the best in the business. We’re looking to add a hardworking teammate with integrity, problem-solving skills and who is not afraid of hard work.

Benefits:

Medical and dental are just the beginning. We value our teammates and offer a benefits package that also includes a bonus program, profit sharing, retirement savings, vacation and holiday pay, scholarship and tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth potential. When you join Nucor Rebar Fabrication you are joining a fast-paced and stable work environment. For more information on our benefits go to Nucor.com/benefits.