Estimator

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

Job summary

CBX Solutions, LLC is seeking an Estimator to interpret plans, cost out door hardware, and price bids for commercial construction projects in the San Antonio area. The role requires reviewing drawings, calculating labor costs, and coordinating with General Contractors and manufacturers to secure competitive positions.

You will work directly with project teams, interpret specifications, and ensure timely bid submissions while maintaining accuracy in takeoffs and costing.

Qualifications

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

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 the most competitive position.
• Performs labor cost interpretation based on scope of work.
• Receives construction plans, drawings and specifications and reviews for familiarization; checks for completeness; notes bid deadlines and any special requirements.
• Organizes approach to project by separating portions of major projects and identifying typical opening or hardware sets; notes project construction schedules.

Skills

Blueprint/plan reading

Excellent communication

Detail oriented

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Build Your Career Where You Matter

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

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

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?

We’re committed to your success, personally and professionally. You’ll have access to:

• 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

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.