Lead Glass & Glazing Estimator – Commercial Projects

Just Construction Recruitment; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive base salary

Exposure to growing commercial glazing

Growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Just Construction Recruitment is seeking an experienced Glass & Glazing Estimator for a leading commercial exterior contractor serving the Mid-Atlantic region. You will prepare detailed estimates for curtain wall, storefronts, and architectural glazing, leveraging drawings, specs, and tender packages to deliver competitive bids.

The role demands strong glazing system knowledge, accurate take-offs, supplier bid management, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to support project

Formación

• Experience as a Glass & Glazing Estimator in a commercial glazing contractor or specialist subcontractor.
• Strong knowledge of curtain wall, storefront, window systems and architectural glazing products.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical details.
• Experience with estimating software, take-off tools and Excel.
• Understanding of material costs, labour allowances and project margins.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids for commercial glass and glazing projects (curtain wall, storefront, windows, entrances).
• Review drawings, specs, tender packages and addenda to establish scope and risks.
• Perform material take-offs and calculate labour, equipment, fabrication, installation and subcontractor costs.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotes for accurate, competitive pricing.
• Identify scope gaps, design discrepancies and value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare bid proposals, cost breakdowns and tender documentation within deadlines.
• Coordinate with general contractors, architects, suppliers and internal teams for queries.
• Assess procurement requirements, lead times, and installation logistics.
• Participate in bid reviews, negotiations and post-tender discussions.
• Prepare estimating handovers for project management after contract award.
• Maintain estimating records, supplier pricing databases and historical data.

Conocimientos

Glazing estimator experience

Curtain wall knowledge

Interpreting drawings

Tender management

Cost estimation

Herramientas

Estimating software

Digital take-off tools

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

Just Construction Recruitment is seeking an experienced Glass & Glazing Estimator for a leading commercial exterior contractor serving the Mid-Atlantic region. You will prepare detailed estimates for curtain wall, storefronts, and architectural glazing, leveraging drawings, specs, and tender packages to deliver competitive bids.

The role demands strong glazing system knowledge, accurate take-offs, supplier bid management, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to support project