Estimator (Trade Shows & Experiential)

Jack Morton Worldwide Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jack Morton Worldwide Inc. seeks an experienced Estimator to serve as a trusted technical expert across project lifecycles.

You will develop detailed cost estimates for trade shows, exhibits, experiential environments, branded activations, and permanent installations, collaborating with Sales, Project Management, Design, Production, and Fabrication teams. The role requires at least 3+ years in estimating within exhibits or related fields, with strong knowledge of metal fabrication, production

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience within exhibits, experiential marketing, custom fabrication, museums, themed environments, or permanent installations.
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication and production/installation processes.
• Experience reviewing architectural CAD drawings and fabrication drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for trade shows, exhibits, experiential environments, branded activations, and permanent installations.
• Review proposals, renderings, CAD drawings, specifications, and design documentation to complete quantity take-offs and evaluate project costs.
• Collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Design, Production, and Fabrication teams to clarify scope and identify cost considerations.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose value-engineering solutions while maintaining design intent and quality.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier pricing to support accurate estimates and feasibility.
• Maintain estimating tools and cost databases to support accurate projections.
• Prepare estimates and documentation for internal reviews and client presentations.
• Review project requirements and historical costs to support estimating accuracy.

Skills

Cost estimation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

CAD drawings

Fabrication drawings

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Experience Without Limits
Come shape the future of brand experience.

At Jack Morton, we design and buildhead-turning, smile-inducing, impact-driving brand experiences that redefine what experiential marketing can achieve. We help our clientsunlock the full value of experiencesby turning bold ideas into meaningful connections.

That takes a team that's bold, curious, and acts as one.We build on each other's ideas, challenge conventions, and show up for one another every day. Here, you'll do your best work, grow quickly, and partner across clients, disciplines, and global teams to bring new ideas to life.

This is a place where curiosity drives what’s next, boldness raises the bar, and every win is shared. Where ownership is expected, egos are left at the door, and the work reflects the passion and talent of the people behind it.

Experience without limits—in your work, your growth, and your impact.

As an Estimator, you will be a trusted technical expert and collaborative partner throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed cost estimates for trade shows, exhibits, experiential environments, branded activations, and permanent installations.

Review proposals, renderings, CAD drawings, specifications, and design documentation to complete quantity take-offs and evaluate project costs.

Collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Design, Production, and Fabrication teams to clarify project scope, validate assumptions, and identify potential cost considerations.

Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend value-engineering solutions while maintaining design intent and quality standards.

Obtain and evaluate pricing from suppliers and fabrication partners to support accurate estimates and project feasibility.

Maintain estimating tools, cost databases, and pricing resources to support consistent and accurate cost projections.

Prepare estimates and supporting documentation for internal reviews and client-facing presentations.

Review project requirements, historical costs, and production data to support estimating accuracy and continuous improvement.

Communicate estimate assumptions, exclusions, and potential risks to relevant stakeholders to support informed project decisions.

What You Bring

Required Experience

3+ years of estimating experience within exhibits, experiential marketing, custom fabrication, museums, themed environments, retail displays, or permanent corporate installations

Strong understanding of:

• Metal fabrication
• Production and installation processes

Experience reviewing and interpreting:

• Architectural drawings
• CAD files
• Fabrication drawings

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Customer-focused mindset with exceptional collaboration skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present estimate assumptions, risks, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders
• Business-savvy decision making and commercial awareness
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with proficiency across Microsoft Office applications

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or
• Equivalent combination of education, industry experience, and technical expertise

Last but not least, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion.

Jack Morton is an equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our companies. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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