Division 8 Estimator - Doors & Hardware Bids

UNIFIED DOOR AND HARDWARE GROUP; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA/ FSA plans

Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance

Critical illness coverage

Legal Insurance Plan

401(k) with company match

Career path designed with you in mind

Job summary

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) is a premier provider of commercial door, frame, and architectural hardware solutions across North America. Estimators help establish accurate, competitive cost estimates for complex projects, analyzing blueprints and specifications to drive successful bids and execution.

Reporting to the Director of Sales, the role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent combination of construction industry experience.
• Two years in the construction industry, with emphasis in the specific fields of Doors, Frames, Hardware, and Specialties.
• Great communication and problem-solving skills
• Highly productive
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with estimating software (e.g. Bluebeam, EPWS.)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience in the construction industry is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High degree of ownership for projects, a sense of urgency and strong follow-through

Responsibilities

• Estimate Preparation & Analysis: Analyze blueprints, specifications, and proposals to prepare accurate scopes of work and detailed cost estimates.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements to support bid packages.
• Develop cost-effective and labor-efficient schedules for project execution.
• Maintain and update cost databases for accuracy and future reference.
• Present estimates by compiling and summarizing data for internal and client review.
• Project & Bid Management: Maintain and resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing finished quotes prior to handing to Sales.
• Prioritize assigned projects and prepare estimates for bid through take-off tasks.
• Pursue contract buy down after award of project from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Miscellaneous: Support our values in Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Ownership mindset

Education

College degree or equivalent

Tools

Bluebeam

EPWS

Job description

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) is a premier provider of commercial door, frame, and architectural hardware solutions across North America. Estimators help establish accurate, competitive cost estimates for complex projects, analyzing blueprints and specifications to drive successful bids and execution.

Reporting to the Director of Sales, the role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and strong communication.