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Estimator Trainee

No experience
Manufacturing & Industrials
Operations
Posted:
December 29, 2025

Nucor

U.S. steel & recycling producer
79
Palpable Score
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Basic Job Functions:

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

Minimum Qualifications:

•    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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

About the company

Nucor

Company overview
Nucor is a major steel and steel-products manufacturer, producing sheet, plate, bar, structural steel, and downstream products used across construction, infrastructure, and industrial supply chains. Nucor also operates raw materials businesses that support steelmaking, including scrap-related operations. Nucor runs a decentralized operating model across many divisions and plants. The company is publicly listed in the United States.

Locations and presence

Nucor is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina and operates a wide footprint of plants and divisions across the United States, plus some international presence shown on the company locations directory. Many early-career roles are plant- or site-based due to the nature of steel manufacturing, with corporate roles more likely to be office-based.

Palpable Score

79
/ 100
Nucor creates multiple real entry points for early-career candidates, including internships, co-op style routes, and paid training-to-job pathways. The company’s strongest signals are practical learning and financial upside through benefits and variable pay, while hiring process consistency can vary by division and role.
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