Senior Estimator in Delta

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong commercial glazing background to take ownership of assigned opportunities from initial inquiry and preliminary budgeting through detailed estimating, tender submission, follow-up, negotiations and project handover. This is a hands-on estimating role suited to someone who understands how glazing systems are designed, fabricated and installed—and can translate that understanding into complete, competitive and commercially sound proposals.

Reporting to the President & General Manager, who oversees sales, estimating and pre-construction, the Senior Estimator will work closely with drafting, purchasing, fabrication and project management. The position will also contribute to improving estimating tools, cost information and internal processes. Depending on experience and the agreed scope of the role, responsibilities may include reviewing other estimators' bids and providing technical guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating and Tender Preparation: Take responsibility for preparing estimates for assigned commercial glazing opportunities, including preliminary budgets, design-development pricing, competitive tenders and negotiated projects. Review drawings, specifications, addenda, schedules and tender requirements to establish the complete scope of work. Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop pricing for materials, fabrication, installation, equipment and other project-specific costs. Maintain clear records of quantities, pricing sources, labour allowances and estimating assumptions.
• Technical Review and Risk Identification: Assess proposed glazing systems and details for estimating purposes, including fabrication requirements, installation methods, interfaces with adjacent work and project sequencing. Identify scope gaps, conflicting information, unusual details, long-lead materials and technical or commercial risks. Work with internal technical and operations personnel to validate assumptions.
• Supplier Pricing and Cost Development: Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring comparisons reflect equivalent scopes, specifications and delivery requirements. Maintain current pricing information and document the basis of significant cost allowances.
• Proposals, Client Relationships and Negotiations: Prepare clear proposals identifying the offered scope, inclusions, exclusions, qualifications, alternates and relevant commercial assumptions. Manage submission deadlines and follow up on outstanding proposals. Maintain professional relationships with general contractors, clients, consultants and suppliers.
• Project Handover and Ongoing Estimating Support: Lead the estimating portion of project handover meetings with project management, drafting, purchasing and other involved departments. Provide a complete handover package containing the final estimate, awarded scope, relevant drawings and addenda, supplier quotations, labour assumptions, negotiated changes and identified risks or outstanding items.
• Estimating Improvement and Technical Support: Contribute to the ongoing improvement of estimating templates, pricing databases, labour allowances, checklists and documentation standards. Support the evaluation, implementation and improvement of estimating tools and systems to increase accuracy, efficiency and consistency.

Qualifications And Experience

A minimum of seven years of direct commercial glazing estimating experience is required; ten or more years is preferred. Strong knowledge of curtain wall, storefront, commercial windows, entrances, glass products, aluminum framing, finishes, hardware, sealants and associated components. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with digital takeoff tools such as Bluebeam. Clear written and verbal communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple opportunities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

What We Offer

A competitive salary based on relevant experience, demonstrated capability and assigned responsibilities, together with company benefits and paid vacation. The opportunity to take ownership of challenging commercial glazing bids while working directly with senior management and the teams responsible for fabrication and installation.