Estimator, Division 8
Posted 5hrs ago
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Job Description
Division 8 Estimator preparing commercial construction estimates for doors, frames, hardware, and access systems. Reviewing drawings, performing takeoffs, coordinating vendor pricing, and supporting bid submissions.
Responsibilities:
- Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project documents for Division 8 scope requirements
- Prepare accurate cost estimates for doors, frames, hardware, and locking systems
- Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations
- Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to obtain pricing and product information
- Analyze bid documents, addenda, and project requirements
- Prepare and submit proposals and bid packages within deadlines
- Collaborate with project managers, sales teams, and clients regarding project requirements
- Maintain organized estimating records and project documentation
- Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions
- Ensure estimates align with company standards, project specifications, and industry regulations
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) highly preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of estimating experience in construction, doors and hardware, or related industry
- Knowledge of Division 8 products including doors, frames, hardware, and access control systems
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and construction specifications
- Experience with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and time management abilities
- Strong organizational and coordination skills
- Strong communication skills with contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple software platforms and communicate directly with contractors throughout the estimating process
- Ability to multitask across multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines
- Capable of working across multiple product categories and workstreams, rather than focusing on a single area of estimating
- Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working with commercial construction projects preferred










