Remote Storefront Estimator - Precision Bids for Glazing

Lighthouse Windows; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Lighthouse Windows Inc is seeking a detail-oriented Storefront Estimator to join our growing team in Santa Clara, CA. You will deliver accurate, competitive bids for commercial storefront and glazing projects to help win new business.

Review drawings, perform material takeoffs, and coordinate with PMs and sales to develop winning bid strategies. Strong math and analytical skills, plus experience with estimating software and Excel, are essential to succeed in our fast-paced construction

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial glazing.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specs.
• Familiarity with storefront systems, door hardware, glass railing systems, interior partitions, and related glazing components.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret architectural drawings, project specs, and RFIs.
• Generate and log RFIs and emails with GC to clarify scope of work.
• Use estimating software to perform material takeoffs and labor analysis.
• Solicit and evaluate supplier quotes for competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with PMs and sales to develop winning bid strategies.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals for storefront/glazing projects.
• Track multiple bids and meet tight deadlines.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost histories and bid logs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Project coordination

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Lighthouse Windows Inc is seeking a detail-oriented Storefront Estimator to join our growing team in Santa Clara, CA. You will deliver accurate, competitive bids for commercial storefront and glazing projects to help win new business.

Review drawings, perform material takeoffs, and coordinate with PMs and sales to develop winning bid strategies. Strong math and analytical skills, plus experience with estimating software and Excel, are essential to succeed in our fast-paced construction