Division 8/10 Estimator: Doors, Frames & Hardware

United Contractor Services, LLC; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

United Contractor Services is seeking an estimator to own Division 8 and 10 scopes from first look through bid award, primarily focusing on Division 8 doors, frames, and hardware. You will price schedules, review hardware sets, and ensure UL listings, fire ratings, and ADA requirements are met.

This role lives in our preconstruction group, requiring precise takeoffs, vendor comparison, and value engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years estimating commercial Division 8 and/or Division 10 scopes, with Division 8 experience prioritized.
• Working knowledge of door hardware terminology, hardware set structure, and fire and life safety code requirements.
• Ability to read architectural drawings, door schedules, and specification sections.
• Experience with estimating and takeoff software used in these divisions; training provided on our systems.
• DHI coursework or credentials (AHC, DHC, CDT) preferred, not required.
• Clear communicator who can hold a bid schedule in a bid environment where deadlines don't move.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs that hold up under scrutiny
• Solicit and compare vendor and manufacturer pricing to land on the right combination of cost, lead time, and performance
• Identify value-engineering options and present them with real numbers behind them
• Assemble proposals with clear scope language, stated inclusions and exclusions, and documented assumptions
• Turn over awarded scopes to Project Managers cleanly, with the pricing basis and hardware decisions documented
• Build working relationships with suppliers, manufacturer reps, and GC preconstruction contacts
• Stay current on product changes, manufacturer updates, and code revisions affecting these divisions

Skills

Estimating experience

Door hardware knowledge

Architectural drawings reading

Estimating software

DHI credentials

Clear communication

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

United Contractor Services is seeking an estimator to own Division 8 and 10 scopes from first look through bid award, primarily focusing on Division 8 doors, frames, and hardware. You will price schedules, review hardware sets, and ensure UL listings, fire ratings, and ADA requirements are met.

This role lives in our preconstruction group, requiring precise takeoffs, vendor comparison, and value engineering.