Senior Estimator: Complex Facades & Curtain Wall Projects

Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Systems; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Critical illness

Accident coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan with a 4% company match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Systems in Mason, OH is seeking an experienced Estimator II to coordinate and lead complex estimating efforts for exterior facades, specializing in custom unitized curtain wall projects.

You will support Sales, Project Management, Engineering, and Field Operations by delivering accurate labor and material estimates, mentoring Estimator I staff, and driving bid winning strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in applied science, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of estimating experience, 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.
• 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.
• Lead vendor negotiations and ensure alignment with project goals and budget constraints.
• Evaluate vendor performance and maintain strategic sourcing relationships.
• Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving sessions for complex estimating challenges.
• Support and coordinate value engineering initiatives and cost-saving strategies during bid development.
• Represent estimating in client meetings and strategic planning sessions as directed by the Senior Estimator or Estimating Manager.
• Support and co-lead turnover meetings with comprehensive documentation and strategic insights to ensure seamless transition of awarded projects to internal teams.
• Participate in postmortem reviews and integrate lessons learned into future estimates.
• Identify and implement improvements to estimating tools, templates, and workflows.
• Mentor and train Estimator I team members, providing guidance and feedback.
• Support the Estimating Manager in departmental planning and reporting.

Skills

Estimating experience

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in applied science/Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Systems in Mason, OH is seeking an experienced Estimator II to coordinate and lead complex estimating efforts for exterior facades, specializing in custom unitized curtain wall projects.

You will support Sales, Project Management, Engineering, and Field Operations by delivering accurate labor and material estimates, mentoring Estimator I staff, and driving bid winning strategies.