Glass & Panel Estimator – Precise Takeoffs & Bids

SPS Corporation; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K

ESOP

Health plan

Vision plan

FSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Advancement opportunities

Performance bonuses

Job summary

SPS Corporation is seeking an Estimator who will independently deliver accurate estimates on time for glass, glazing, curtain wall and metal panels projects. The ideal candidate will read drawings, quantify exterior and interior glass and related components, and coordinate pricing from multiple vendors.

Responsibilities include collecting bid documents, performing takeoffs in multiple units, coordinating with clients, and ensuring bids are submitted promptly. Eligible to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience.
• Strong computer skills: Word, Excel, Bluebeam; ability to adapt to new software.
• Ability to read drawings and conceptually translate building design into measurable quantities.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Collect Bid Documents (blueprints, specs, scope of work) and organize them per project.
• Review drawings and specifications to determine scope of work and required line items for takeoffs.
• Compile a detailed takeoff of exterior glass, interior glass and metal panels in multiple units.
• Collect material pricing and vendor quotes; store quotes for future purchasing.
• Attend jobsite visits and pre-bid meetings when required.
• Review completed takeoffs with Supervisor to ensure timely submission of bids.
• Read drawings, conceptualize the building design, and systematically measure.
• Monitor bid dates to ensure takeoffs are completed on time.
• Communicate with client for clarifications and organize responses as part of bid documents.

Skills

Reading drawings

Detail oriented

Client communication

Organized

Education

Degree in Architectural, Engineering / Construction Management or equivalent

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Windows OS

Job description

SPS Corporation is seeking an Estimator who will independently deliver accurate estimates on time for glass, glazing, curtain wall and metal panels projects. The ideal candidate will read drawings, quantify exterior and interior glass and related components, and coordinate pricing from multiple vendors.

Responsibilities include collecting bid documents, performing takeoffs in multiple units, coordinating with clients, and ensuring bids are submitted promptly. Eligible to work in the U.S.