Lead Estimator – Curtain Wall & Facades

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Inc. in Mason, Ohio is seeking an Estimator II to coordinate and lead complex estimating efforts for exterior facades, focusing on custom unitized curtain wall projects. You will support Sales, Project Management, Engineering, and Field Operations with precise labor and material estimates.

This role reports to the Director of Estimating and involves mentoring Estimator I, driving bid quality, and improving processes. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in applied science, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating, preferably in curtain wall or façade systems.
• Proven ability to lead complex estimating efforts and mentor junior staff.
• Strong understanding of architectural, structural, and fabrication principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Compliant. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review of architectural and engineering documentation for high-complexity projects.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and innovative solutions for custom or unfamiliar project elements.
• Guide internal teams in scope alignment and support consistency from bid to contract.
• Serve as a technical resource for scope interpretation and clarification.
• Assemble the Sales Framing Estimate and review with Sr. Estimator.
• Develop and validate labor estimates for all project phases using advanced modeling and historical data.
• Validate assumptions and collaborate with department leads to refine labor projections.
• Review and approve labor estimates prepared by Estimator I and present to Sr. Estimator.
• Oversee material takeoffs and specifications for extrusions, dies, finishes, and other components and review Estimator I work for completeness and accuracy.
• Lead vendor negotiations and ensure alignment with project goals and budget constraints.
• Evaluate vendor performance and maintain strategic sourcing relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor's degree in applied science, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Inc. in Mason, Ohio is seeking an Estimator II to coordinate and lead complex estimating efforts for exterior facades, focusing on custom unitized curtain wall projects. You will support Sales, Project Management, Engineering, and Field Operations with precise labor and material estimates.

This role reports to the Director of Estimating and involves mentoring Estimator I, driving bid quality, and improving processes. Travel up to 10% may be required.