Senior Estimator – Complex Signage Projects

Gable Company; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gable Company, headquartered on-site, seeks a Senior Estimator to lead cost estimation for complex exterior and interior signage projects, including multi-site programs.

The role involves reviewing drawings, specs, and site conditions, developing detailed cost models, and mentoring junior estimators, while shaping bid strategy and improving estimating tools.

You will collaborate with Sales, Design, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure margin-focused, competitive bids in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years estimating, cost engineering, or related experience in signage, architectural elements, metal fabrication, or construction.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, specifications, survey data, and bid documents.
• Experience leading bids for multi-site programs and complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex cost estimating and bid development for signage projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop preliminary BOM and BOL.
• Collaborate with Sales, Design, Engineering & Technical Design, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and field teams.
• Mentor estimators and contribute to estimating standards.
• Support bid/no-bid discussions and risk assessments.

Skills

Cost estimation

Bid development

Communication

Mentoring

Value engineering

Make-versus-buy

Problem solving

Excel

Estimating tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Gable Company, headquartered on-site, seeks a Senior Estimator to lead cost estimation for complex exterior and interior signage projects, including multi-site programs.

The role involves reviewing drawings, specs, and site conditions, developing detailed cost models, and mentoring junior estimators, while shaping bid strategy and improving estimating tools.

You will collaborate with Sales, Design, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure margin-focused, competitive bids in a fast-paced environment.