Summary
Location
Ashland
Type
full-time
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About this role
Title: Structural Estimator / CAD Operator
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time | Onsite
Location: Ashland, VA
Salary: Up to $100,000 (Depending on Experience)
Additional Compensation: Performance-based raises and bonus opportunities
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (1-hour lunch)
We are seeking an experienced Structural Estimator / CAD Operator to join a growing structural steel organization. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong estimating expertise and hands-on CAD experience within the structural steel industry.
Position Overview
The Structural Estimator / CAD Operator will be responsible for preparing accurate project estimates, reviewing structural steel drawings, and supporting design and modeling efforts. This role requires the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
\n- Prepare detailed estimates for structural steel projects, including material costs, labor hours, manpower, timelines, and profit margins
- Review and interpret structural steel blueprints and shop drawings
- Perform CAD work and 3D modeling related to structural steel projects
- Collaborate with internal teams to support project planning and execution
- Maintain accurate documentation and records throughout the estimating process
- Support local site visits as needed using a company-provided vehicle
- 5–7+ years of experience as a Structural Steel Estimator (required)
- Strong proficiency in CAD, specifically within the structural steel industry
- Experience with AutoCAD and 3D modeling software (Autodesk Inventor preferred)
- Advanced knowledge of structural steel detailing and construction methods
- Proven ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints
- Strong computer skills with comfort handling extensive documentation
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Fabrication experience (preferred but not required)
- Combined estimating and CAD operating background
- Must pass a 5-panel drug screen
- Local travel required (company vehicle provided for business use)
- Long-term career stability with a growing organization
- Competitive compensation with room for advancement
- Performance-based raises and bonuses
- Supportive, team-oriented company culture
Other facts
About Qualdoc
Empowering America’s Makers & Innovators
Mission
We connect America’s makers—manufacturing, construction, and industrial companies—with skilled tradespeople, engineers, and technical professionals who design and build our future. Through integrity, responsiveness, and a relentless pursuit of quality, we deliver solutions that create win-win outcomes for clients, candidates, and Qualdoc—strengthening businesses, empowering people, and fueling local economies.
Vision
To champion American industry by honoring its legacy and shaping its future—advancing opportunity, innovation, and ethical business practices that uplift people and communities for generations to come.
What you'll do
- The Structural Estimator / CAD Operator will prepare detailed estimates for structural steel projects and review structural steel drawings. This role also involves performing CAD work and supporting design and modeling efforts.
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