Junior Architectural Estimator - Metal Façade Systems

Focus; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus is seeking a Junior Architectural Estimator in Chicago to support the team with reviewing project documents, performing accurate quantity takeoffs, obtaining pricing, and drafting professional proposals for architectural metal products.

You will work with sales, engineering, project management, manufacturing, vendors, and subcontractors to define scope, identify missing information, and address constructability and pricing risks.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and construction details.
• 1–5 years of estimating, drafting, construction, architectural products, or metal fabrication experience.
• Experience completing digital takeoffs using Bluebeam Revu.
• Strong mathematical, organizational, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, addenda, and details to define scope.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and pricing with Bluebeam Revu.
• Draft clear project proposals and assist with light CAD work.
• Coordinate with sales, engineering, project management, and vendors.
• Maintain estimating records, assumptions, and revisions.
• Support value engineering and pricing alternatives.
• Follow up on missing information to complete estimates on time.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Takeoff & estimation

Bluebeam Revu

Excel

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking & deadlines

Analytical skills

CAD basics

Education

Associate degree in construction management or architectural technology

High school diploma or equivalent

CAD/drafting coursework desirable

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu (software)

Job description

Focus is seeking a Junior Architectural Estimator in Chicago to support the team with reviewing project documents, performing accurate quantity takeoffs, obtaining pricing, and drafting professional proposals for architectural metal products.

You will work with sales, engineering, project management, manufacturing, vendors, and subcontractors to define scope, identify missing information, and address constructability and pricing risks.