Glazing Estimator

CSG Talent; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CSG Talent in Charlotte, NC is seeking an estimator with glazing industry experience who can manage all stages of bidding on projects. Responsibilities include reviewing specs, visiting sites, attending pre-construction meetings, negotiating with clients, and maintaining bid spreadsheets.

Candidates should read blueprints, perform take-offs, and have proficiency with Windows, Word, Excel and MS Project. Experience in estimating projects (3–5 years) in glazing, strong math and analytical skills,

Qualifications

• Experience estimating projects (3–5 years) in glazing, on various project sizes.
• High School Diploma or college certification/associates in Construction or Architectural Technology.
• Knowledge of materials, machines, tools and equipment used in glazing.
• Ability to read blueprints as well as architectural and structural drawings.
• Ability to perform accurate take-offs; familiarity with on-screen take-offs.
• Proficiency with Windows, MS Word, Excel and MS Project.
• Understanding of manufacturers' installation instructions.

Responsibilities

• Manage all stages of bidding on projects, including bid schedules and bid status communication.
• Review job specifications and visit job sites as needed.
• Attend pre-construction meetings and review contracts.
• Solicit and review vendor and subcontractor quotes; negotiate and select best options.
• Maintain bid process schedules and bid spreadsheets; communicate updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Estimating experience

Blueprint reading

Take-offs

Bid spreadsheets

MS Project

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or certification in Construction/Architectural Tech

Tools

Windows OS

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

The job will require all stages of bidding on projects, including but not limited to: determining bid schedules; reviewing job specifications; visiting job sites; attending pre-construction meetings; reviewing contracts; maintaining bid process schedules and communicating bid status; choosing best options for systems/materials; soliciting and reviewing vendor and subcontractor quotes; performing labor reviews; maintaining bid spreadsheets; and negotiating work with various clients.

If you possess the qualifications required, and our company core values match those you seek in a potential employer, we would like to hear from you. Our team is dedicated to achieving success. We embrace both exceptional individual efforts and collaborative teamwork.

• Experience in estimating projects ranging from 3 to 5 years, specifically within the glazing industry, on various sized projects
• High School Diploma and college (certification or Associates degree), in Construction or Architectural Technology course work
• Knowledge of materials, machines, tools and equipment used in the industry
• Ability to read blueprints as well as architectural and structural drawings
• Ability to do accurate take-offs; familiarity with on-screen take-offs
• Working knowledge of Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Excel and Microsoft Project
• Understanding of manufacturers' installation instructions