Estimator (Curtainwall)

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
Waxahachie, TX
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior estimators with glazing expertise who can manage multiple projects and work onsite in Waxahachie, TX.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of experience estimating glazing projects and interpreting architectural drawings
    — “Minimum of 5 years prior experience estimating mid-size and larger glazing projects from architectural drawings and specifications”
  • Professionals adept at using electronic estimating tools and Excel for complex calculations
    — “Experience using electronic estimating tools, including estimating software, on-screen take-off tools and Excel spread sheets.”

Things to consider

  • Onsite work is required, which may limit remote flexibility for candidates
    — “This role will be working onsite in Waxahachie, TX.”
  • Candidates must be prepared to prioritize workloads and manage multiple projects simultaneously
    — “the ability to handle multiple projects, and prioritize workload”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with aluminum glazing systems and glass/composite panel applications in your resume
    — “Knowledge of aluminum glazing systems & their applications”
  • Emphasize your ability to provide timely, accurate estimates based on architectural drawings
    — “Provide detailed estimates to our customers in a timely manner. Work from architectural drawings and specifications”
  • Demonstrate your ability to maintain organized records of bid documents and correspondence
    — “Maintain detailed and organized records of bid documents, correspondence and other project specific information”
  • Showcase your communication skills through examples of customer or team collaboration
    — “Provide consultation, coordination, and assistance to our customers, sales force and internal personnel”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • accurate and timely estimates
  • successful project completion
Typical background
5+ years of experience in estimating

Skills & requirements

Required

EstimatingProject ManagementAluminum Glazing SystemsGlass And Composite Metal Panels

Preferred

Electronic Estimating ToolsOn-screen Take-off Tools

Stack & domain

EstimatingArchitectural DrawingsElectronic Estimating ToolsAluminum Glazing SystemsGlassComposite Metal PanelsExcelOrganizational SkillsSelf-starterPrioritizationConsultationCoordinationAssistanceConstructionArchitectureBuilding Products

About the role

Original posting from Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope via Greenhouse

Come Join Us!

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What You’ll Get to Do

The Estimator II is focused on our US Aluminum product lines including storefronts, entrances, window walls, curtain walls, and hurricane/blast-resistant solutions.

This role is perfect for an individual who is organized, a self-starter with the ability to handle multiple projects, and prioritize workload.  A vital member of the Estimating Department, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader. This role will be working onsite in Waxahachie, TX.

Job responsibilities include:

Provide detailed estimates to our customers in a timely manner.  Work from architectural drawings and specifications, shop drawings or elevation take-offs

Follow up on estimates and provide feedback concerning market pricing levels

Provide consultation, coordination, and assistance to our customers, sales force and internal personnel

Maintain detailed and organized records of bid documents, correspondence and other project specific information

Regular and predictable attendance, safely perform tasks and adherence to all safety policies and procedures are essential functions of this job

What We Are Looking For

Minimum of 5 years prior experience estimating mid-size and larger glazing projects from architectural drawings and specifications

Ability to read, interpret, & understand architectural drawings and specifications and provide detailed take offs and estimates that incorporate different building envelope solutions

Experience using electronic estimating tools, including estimating software, on-screen take-off tools and Excel spread sheets. 

Knowledge of aluminum glazing systems & their applications

Understanding of glass, composite metal panels, and other infill options as well as their applications

What OBE Offers You

Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee

Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose

Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses

Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

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Source: Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope careers (Greenhouse)

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