Senior Glazing Estimator

Description:

City Window & Glass, founded in 1962, is a leading architectural glass and aluminum company that specializes in glazing solutions for various structural and aesthetic needs. The company is seeking a Senior Glazing Estimator to join the Estimation Team and help drive accurate and efficient project estimates. This role will be critical in reviewing tender opportunities, preparing material take-offs, projecting job costs, and building lasting customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and summarize tender packages, including specifications and scope of work.

• Interpret architectural drawings and conduct material take-offs for commercial window and door installations.

• Identify discrepancies within tender packages and drawings.

• Request and evaluate supplier quotations, maintaining an organized pricing matrix for materials.

• Monitor project progress, maintain logs, and update the Chief Estimator on challenges.

Job Tasks:

• Read, interpret, and summarize retrofit and new construction tender packages (specifications, scope of work, tender forms, etc.).

• Work from architectural drawings, specifications, blueprints, and shop drawings.

• Recap, price, and extend quantity and material take-offs for windows and related systems.

• Identify and summarize deviations or discrepancies within the tender package and drawings.

• Request quotations from suppliers, review, and enter supplier pricing in a detailed and organized manner.

• Develop and maintain a pricing matrix for supplier materials, monitor work progress, and update the Chief Estimator about challenges.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, technical college, or equivalent technical training and experience (architectural or construction diploma preferred).

• Estimating experience in a similar field is an asset.

• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings and other construction-related documentation.

• Experience in construction related to commercial windows, window wall systems, and curtain wall systems.

• Able to work independently and within a team environment.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Highly organized with a strong work ethic.

• Excellent written and verbal English language skills.

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

• Experience with SolidWorks or Bluebeam Revu is an asset.

Job Details:

• Location: 208 Queen St. N. (at Barton W.), Hamilton, Canada

• Schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (2 paid breaks, ½-hour unpaid lunch).

• Salary: $55,000 to $85,000 annually (based on experience and education).

• Benefits: Union (LIUNA local 837) pension, group medical, dental, and life insurance after a 3-month probation period. Educational assistance and personal development opportunities.

• Work Environment: Respectful, challenging, innovative, and progressive.