Glazing Estimator

CSG Talent; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CSG Talent is seeking an experienced estimator in the glazing industry to manage bid processes, read plans, and coordinate take-offs for diverse projects in Minnesota.

You will develop bid schedules, solicit quotes, review contracts, and communicate bid status with clients, suppliers, and internal teams. This role requires 5–10 years of glazing estimation experience and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating glazing projects from 5 to 10 years on various project sizes.
• High School Diploma and college certification/Associate degree in Construction or Architectural Technology.
• 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 OS, Microsoft Word, Excel and Microsoft Project.
• Understanding of manufacturers' installation instructions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• High level of attention to detail and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Determine bid schedules and maintain bid process timelines.
• Review job specifications; visit job sites; attend pre-construction meetings.
• Review contracts; maintain bid spreadsheets; communicate bid status.
• Solicit and review vendor and subcontractor quotes; perform labor take-offs.
• Negotiate work with clients; coordinate with internal teams.

Skills

Estimating

Blueprint reading

Take-offs (on-screen)

Microsoft Excel

MS Project

Communication

Negotiation

Education

High School Diploma and college certification/Associate degree in Construction or Architectural Technology

Tools

Microsoft Project

Windows OS

Excel

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 5 to 10 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
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• High level of attention to detail and self-motivation