Structural Steel Cost Calculator
Estimate total installed structural steel cost including material, fabrication, erection, connections, and miscellaneous metals.
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Total Installed Cost
$236,500
Material Cost$90,000
Fabrication Cost$40,000
Erection Cost$30,000
Connection Cost$55,000
Misc Metals Cost$21,500
Cost per Pound$2.37
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the total steel tonnage from your structural takeoff (use the Steel Takeoff Calculator if needed).
- Set current steel price per ton, fabrication cost per ton, and erection cost per ton for your region.
- Enter the number of structural connections — each is priced at a flat rate (~$275 average).
- Set the misc metals percentage add-on (typically 8–15% for handrails, embeds, and lintels).
- Review Material, Fabrication, Erection, and Connection costs individually for scope verification.
- Total Installed Cost and Cost per Pound are the primary outputs for bidding and owner's budget reports.
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