Estimator

Dhpace; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dhpace is seeking to hire an Estimator at our Olathe, KS office. The role involves preparing competitive bids for commercial door and loading dock systems while supporting our sales team.

The ideal candidate should have experience in the construction industry, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and a 401(k) plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• Experience with blueprints/plans and specs highly desired.
• Computer literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office is a must.
• Ability to manage time effectively while sustaining workloads.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, timely, and competitive bids for door and loading dock systems.
• Educate sales team on product options and assist customers in product selection.
• Review quote requests and generate accurate project cost estimates.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service skills

Time management

Mathematical skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

DH Pace estimating software

Excel

Bluebeam

Smartsheet

IFS

SAM

Job description

Why DH Pace?

The DH Pace Company is a family-owned and privately held business with annual sales over $1 billion through 60+ offices located across the continental United States. The Company is an industry leader in the distribution, installation, maintenance, and repair of a complete range of commercial, industrial, and residential door, docking and security products. In 2026, DH Pace is celebrating its 100th anniversary in business.

DH Pace Company, Inc. is seeking to hire an Estimator to join our team in our Olathe, KS office. With minimal supervision, the estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, timely, and competitive bids for commercial industrial door and loading dock systems. They will work to support our sales staff, resulting in profitable sales and positive customer relationships. Knowledge and/or experience in the construction or building materials industry is strongly preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

• Rapidly develop or possess advanced level skills at using DH Pace estimating processes and procedures and utilizing DH Pace estimating software as well as other business software programs (Excel, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, IFS, SAM, etc.)
• Rapidly develop or possess advanced level knowledge of door and dock related products, understanding functionality, special features, usage options and pricing variance based on specific job needs
• Rapidly develop understanding of core product lines, vendors, and labor standards
• Educate sales team on product options and assist customers in product selection to ensure sale and best project outcome
• Perform effective quote request review, scope creation, material list, and product selections to generate accurate project cost estimates and bids
• Estimate advanced and complex projects of limited project size, writing all proposals clearly and concisely for review and approval by manager prior to customer's review
• Promote and maintain a positive attitude toward outside contractors, architects and individuals within the company regardless of the circumstances
• Understand vendor relationships and build strong relationships with contacts
• Meet or exceed annual estimating volume expectations as warranted based on experience level or length of time in the position
• Ability to manage time effectively while sustaining individual and team workloads
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• Experience with blueprints/plans and specs highly desired
• Must have strong attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills, and excellent customer service skills
• Ability to manage time effectively while sustaining individual and team workloads
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Possess strong language, written, and mathematical skills
• Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage — available your first full month
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Voluntary benefits including supplemental life and critical illness coverage
• Employee discounts for you and your immediate family
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities