Sales Estimator

California Shower Door Corp; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

California Shower Door Corp in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Sales Estimator to review project plans, specifications, and client requests to prepare accurate estimates and proposals for glass and related materials installations. This full-time, on-site role collaborates with the sales and project teams to clarify scope and timelines.

The ideal candidate brings strong customer-facing and communication skills, experience in project estimation, and comfort working on-site with contractors.

Qualifications

• Strong customer-facing skills and ability to build client rapport.
• Experience in sales and business development to identify opportunities.
• Ability to read plans, calculate quantities, and prepare cost estimates.
• On-site work in construction environments; coordinate with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specifications, and client requests to prepare estimates and proposals.
• Conduct site visits as needed and prepare cost breakdowns.
• Collaborate with sales and project teams to clarify scope and timelines.

Skills

Customer service

Sales development

Project estimation

Organizational skills

On-site work

Estimating software

Glass/construction estimating

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CRM tools

Spreadsheets

Estimating platforms

Job description

Company Description California Shower Door Corp is a specialized glass, ceramics, and concrete company headquartered in San Francisco, California. The organization focuses on delivering quality products and services for residential and commercial projects, with a strong emphasis on craftsmanship and reliability. Team members work closely with customers, contractors, and designers to provide tailored solutions that meet project requirements and aesthetic expectations. The company values professionalism, safety, and collaborative problem-solving, offering opportunities to grow skills within the building materials and construction sector.

Role Description The Sales Estimator is a full-time, on-site role based in San Francisco, CA. This position is responsible for reviewing project plans, specifications, and client requests to prepare accurate estimates and proposals for glass and related materials installations. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing project requirements, conducting site visits as needed, preparing cost breakdowns, and collaborating with sales and project teams to clarify scope and timelines. The Sales Estimator communicates with customers to understand needs, provide pricing options, and answer technical or product-related questions. The role also involves maintaining organized records of bids, following up on open opportunities, and supporting business development activities to expand client relationships and drive revenue.

Qualifications

• Strong customer-facing skills, including Customer Service and Communication, with the ability to build rapport and manage expectations.
• Proficiency in Sales and Business Development to identify opportunities, prepare proposals, and support revenue growth.
• Demonstrated ability in Project Estimation, including reading plans, calculating quantities, and preparing detailed cost estimates.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and pricing.
• Comfort working on-site in a construction-related environment, including coordinating with contractors and project stakeholders.
• Basic proficiency with office and estimating software (e.g., spreadsheets, CRM tools, or dedicated estimating platforms).
• Relevant experience in glass, construction, or building materials estimating is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training or coursework in construction, estimating, or a related field is beneficial.