Estimating/Preconstruction Manager – Commercial Glazing

D-M Products, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

D-M Products, Inc. seeks an Estimating / Preconstruction Manager to oversee estimating activities for commercial glazing projects in the Pittsburgh area. In this role, you will prepare bids, review specifications, and coordinate vendor pricing. The position requires 5+ years of preconstruction experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related software.

Offering full-time employment from Monday to Friday, a competitive salary based on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k). Interested candidates may submit their resume to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in estimating or preconstruction in the glazing or façade industry.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication skills and proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed bids and budgets for commercial glazing systems.
• Review architectural drawings and bid documents.
• Coordinate vendor pricing and pre-bid RFIs with contractors.

Skills

Estimating experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Tools

Bluebeam

Takeoff software

Job description

Location

Bethel Park / Pittsburgh, PA

Company

D-M Products, Inc.

About Us

D-M Products, Inc. is a commercial glazing contracting company servicing the Pittsburgh region and surrounding markets. We work with general contractors, architects, and owners to deliver high quality curtainwall, storefront, entrances, interior glazing, and other specialty façade systems on a wide range of commercial projects.

Position Summary

The Estimating / Preconstruction Manager will be responsible for estimating and preconstruction activities for glazing projects from concept through contract award. This individual will prepare budgets and proposals, review drawings and specifications, coordinate vendor pricing, and work closely with company leadership, general contractors, architects, owners, and key suppliers to help pursue, position, and secure new work. This role will also support the turnover of awarded projects to operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed bids, budgets, and conceptual estimates for commercial glazing systems, including curtainwall, storefront, entrances, and related specialty façade scopes.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents to determine project scope, risks, and pricing requirements.
• Perform takeoffs, solicit vendor and subcontractor quotations, and assemble complete project pricing.
• Develop proposal assumptions, clarifications, exclusions, and qualification letters to define scope and support the bid.
• Coordinate pre‑bid RFIs, clarifications, and scope questions with general contractors, architects, owners, and suppliers as needed.
• Review vendor and subcontractor proposals for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with the project requirements.
• Participate in bid reviews, pre‑award discussions, and scope alignment efforts prior to contract award.
• Engage key suppliers early to confirm system feasibility, lead times, and critical material considerations.
• Work with company leadership to help pursue, position, and secure new work through competitive pricing, scope development, and effective proposal support.
• Work with internal leadership and project managers to align estimating, procurement, schedule, and constructability considerations during preconstruction.
• Assist with turnover of awarded projects by organizing estimate files, vendor quotes, and related pre‑construction information for the operations team.
• Support pricing for change orders, extra work, and other estimating‑related needs on active projects as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in estimating or preconstruction within the glazing, façade, or exterior envelope industry.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, and takeoff software.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple bid opportunities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Additional Information

• Type: Full‑time employment, Monday‑Friday; office is located in Bethel Park, PA.
• Competitive salary based on experience, with benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and more.
• Interested candidates may submit their resume to [e-mail].