Estimator

Assured Glass Services, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

120 hours PTO annually

Health insurance after 60 days

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Training and development

Employee assistance

Job summary

Assured Glass Services is seeking an Estimator in Columbus, OH to own the bidding process from initial review through bid follow-up. You’ll define project scope, complete detailed takeoffs, price labor and materials, and prepare proposals for commercial glass projects.

This role has a direct impact on project selection and delivery as you collaborate with the job delivery team and vendors to maximize opportunities and support budgeting requirements.

Qualifications

• Prior construction estimating experience; commercial glass estimating preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, specifications, and construction docs.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Excel, and Word; strong communication with vendors and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, and documents to define the complete scope of work.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for glass, aluminum, and related materials.
• Request and evaluate vendor quotes.
• Estimate material, labor, and equipment costs and prepare bids.
• Track submitted bids and follow up to maximize contract opportunities.
• Assist with project budgeting requests as needed.

Skills

Construction estimating

Commercial glass estimating

Blueprint interpretation

Communication

Sales experience

Tools

Glazier Studio

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

A good estimate starts with understanding the job behind the plans. If you know how to define the scope and build an accurate, competitive bid around it, this is an opportunity to put that judgment to work.

Assured Glass Services is looking for an Estimator to own the bidding process from initial review through bid follow-up. You’ll define project scope, complete detailed takeoffs, price labor and materials, work with vendors and suppliers, and prepare proposals for commercial glass projects.

This is a role where your work has a direct impact on the projects Assured takes on. You’ll work closely with the people involved in delivering the job and stay connected to projects beyond the bid.

What We Offer

Assured Glass Services is a family-owned commercial glazing subcontractor with three generations of experience and a strong pipeline of work, including more than a year of upcoming projects. With between 20-30 employees at any given time, estimating, submittals, procurement, and construction work closely together throughout the life of a project.

Our work can be seen throughout the Columbus area, including projects for Columbus Zoo, Ohio State University, Columbus Metropolitan Libraries, and the Westerville Police and Court Facility.

In addition to a starting salary of $70,000.00 annually plus incentives, we offer:

• 120 hours of paid time off annually, plus paid holidays
• Health insurance after 60 days - individual PPO currently $90 per bi-weekly pay
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching after 180 days - currently 100% of the first 5%
• Training and development, including support for experienced construction estimators learning commercial glass
• Employee assistance and referral programs

What You’ll Do

• Review project drawings, specifications, and other documents to define the complete scope of work
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for glass, aluminum, and related materials
• Request and evaluate vendor and supplier quotes
• Estimate material, labor, and equipment costs and prepare complete, competitive bids
• Track submitted bids and follow up to maximize contract opportunities
• Assist with project budgeting requests as needed

What You Bring

• Previous construction estimating experience, with commercial glass estimating strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction documents
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with vendors, suppliers, and general contractors
• English fluency
• Experience with Glazier Studio is a plus
• Sales experience is a plus