Senior Glass & Glazing Estimator

Colonial Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting seeks a Senior Estimator (Glass and Glazing) for its Seattle operations. The role focuses on estimating glass and glazing projects, preparing RFPs, evaluating subcontractor quotes, and leading takeoff efforts.

You will work with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors to deliver accurate, competitive bids. The ideal candidate brings 5–7 years in glass/glazing estimating and 10+ years in construction, with proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Must have 5-7 years’ experience estimating glass and glazing construction projects.
• Must have 10+ years total construction industry experience.
• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction.
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specs/drawings for PCI’s scopes of work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare RFPs for applicable scopes of work.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotes and bid documents alignment.
• Develop relationships with local customers to support PCI’s objectives.
• Collaborate with owners, PMs, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Attend pre-bid site walk-throughs.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates.
• Dissect projects into functional stages and review schedules.
• Write detailed proposals ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare bid analyses and conduct reviews.
• Prepare financial job cost analyses.
• Source subcontractors, materials, and equipment and assess pricing.
• Provide estimating team training and leadership as needed.
• Maintain accountability for business metrics and sales plans.
• Participate in bid strategy meetings for major pursuits.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Cost analysis

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Customer service

Scheduling understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam Revu

Procore

PlanSwift

Job description

Performance Contracting seeks a Senior Estimator (Glass and Glazing) for its Seattle operations. The role focuses on estimating glass and glazing projects, preparing RFPs, evaluating subcontractor quotes, and leading takeoff efforts.

You will work with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors to deliver accurate, competitive bids. The ideal candidate brings 5–7 years in glass/glazing estimating and 10+ years in construction, with proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid, and MS Office.