Estimator, Architectural Glazing & Curtainwall Systems

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

PTO & holidays

Bonuses & incentives

Training opportunities

Job summary

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope in Atlanta, GA is seeking an estimator to provide detailed take-offs and cost analyses for architectural aluminum systems, including curtainwalls, storefronts, and skylights. You will interpret architectural plans and align with project specifications to support winning bids.

You will work with engineering and sales teams using Bluebeam Revu and Excel to develop BOMs, perform cost analyses, and prepare professional bid packages for glazing contractors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of estimating experience specifically within the commercial glazing or architectural metal industry.
• Advanced proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural blueprints and technical shop drawings.
• Knowledge of Bluebeam Revu for digital take-offs and strong in Microsoft Excel for cost analysis.
• In-depth understanding of glazing systems, including curtainwall pressure plate systems, thermally broken storefronts, and glass performance data.
• Strong ability to communicate technical details clearly to customers and internal production teams.

Responsibilities

• Detailed Take-offs: Perform quantity take-offs for aluminum, and related hardware using digital tools like Bluebeam, Revu, or the like.
• Bill of Materials (BOM): Develop comprehensive bills of materials for complex projects, including curtainwalls, storefronts, and specialty entrance systems.
• Specification Alignment: Review architectural specifications (Division 08) to ensure the selected product systems meet or exceed thermal, structural, and aesthetic requirements.
• Cost Analysis: Calculate total project costs, including raw materials, manufacturing labor, and necessary components.
• Bid Preparation: Compile and submit professional bid packages and formal quotations to glazing contractors and general contractors.
• Technical Consultation: Collaborate with internal engineering and sales teams to provide value engineering (VE) options and alternate solutions to secure project wins

Skills

Blueprint reading

Estimating

Communication

Cost analysis

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope in Atlanta, GA is seeking an estimator to provide detailed take-offs and cost analyses for architectural aluminum systems, including curtainwalls, storefronts, and skylights. You will interpret architectural plans and align with project specifications to support winning bids.

You will work with engineering and sales teams using Bluebeam Revu and Excel to develop BOMs, perform cost analyses, and prepare professional bid packages for glazing contractors.