Estimator

CBX Solutions, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

CBX University/leadership training

Job summary

CBX Solutions in Houston is seeking an Estimator to interpret plans, specifications and bid documents, compiling accurate door, hardware and project costs for commercial construction. You will work with contractors during hard bid processes, price materials in Comsense, and ensure competitive proposals while aligning with project schedules and safety standards.

Strong math skills, detail orientation, and experience with plan reading are essential, as is the ability to collaborate with project

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or building material industry; 3–5 years.
• Strong mathematical skills for labor cost interpretation.
• Able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Experience reviewing plans, specs, and bid documents.

Responsibilities

• Works directly with Contractor including the hard bid processes.
• Reviews scope of work with General Contractor pre/post bid and hardware/HMF manufacturer packages to determine most competitive position.
• Performs labor cost interpretation based on scope of work.
• Receives plans, drawings and specs and reviews for familiarization; notes bid deadlines and special requirements.
• Organizes approach to project by separating portions of major projects and identifying door/hardware sets.
• Interprets construction specifications and discusses interpretations with team.
• Reads building plans and identifies applicable portions with Cook & Boardman involvement.
• Summarizes door opening and other applicable portions of plans by type.
• Compares actual and estimated materials on completion.
• Enters applicable information into Comsense system and prices job based on cost files.
• Responsible for complete door and hardware takeoffs and costing all parts and scope of work.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint/plan reading

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Deadline conscious

Tools

Comsense

Job description

Join CBX Solutions, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.

Build Your Career Where You Matter

At CBX Solutions, trust and communication are the foundation of how we work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here. Be part of a team that invests in your future, celebrates your success, and values your contribution.

Why Work With Us?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
• Career Growth: You’ll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to CBX University, our in-house development program.
• Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

The Estimator interprets total opening requirements as set forth within contract documents (i.e., plan, specifications, addenda, and other related information) concerning an individual construction project. Uses computer technology and mathematical skills in the formation of the estimate.

Essential Functions

• Works directly with Contractor including the hard bid processes
• Reviews scope of work with General Contractor pre/post bid and hardware/HMF manufacturer combo packages determine most competitive position
• Performs labor cost interpretation based on scope of work
• Receives constructing plans, drawings and specifications and reviews for familiarization; checks for completeness; notes bid deadlines and any special requirements
• Organizes approach to project by deciding how to separate portions of major projects and to identify typical opening or hardware sets, etc.; notes project construction schedules, if applicable
• Interprets construction specifications; where necessary, discusses interpretations with team salesperson, customers or the architect
• Reads building plans and identifies applicable portions with Cook & Boardman involvement
• Summarizes door opening and other applicable portions of plans by type
• Compares actual and estimated materials on completion of each project
• Enters applicable information into Comsense system and prices job based on computer cost files
• Responsible for complete door and hardware takeoffs and costing all parts and scope of work
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience in similar construction or building material industry
• Accurate mathematical skills
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Blueprint/plan reading and specification interpretation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of door, frame and hardware applications as they relate to UL, fire code, building code, ADA, life safety and other restrictions that relate to the general commercial construction industry
• Excellent oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented, deadline conscience, goal driven, and able to handle all types of scopes of projects

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms

Work Environment

This job operates primarily in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May occasionally require business travel.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CBX Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and give priority referral to protected veterans. We are committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.