Estimator Architectural Metal Glass Projects Jacksonville FL

Title: Estimator for Architectural Metal & Glass Projects

Reports To: Contract Division Manager

Location: Lee & Cates Glass, 5355 Shawland Road, Jacksonville, FL 32254

As an estimator, you’ll manage every detail of our commercial glazing bidding process. You will work with general contractors as well as specialty architecture and custom commercial builders.

• Work with a team of contractors and architects; analyze drawings and complete material take-off.
• Win the project! Create bill of materials, estimate costs and resources needed to earn new business.
• Relationship management is key to our success; customers, key vendors and internal employees are on your team.

• Blueprint reading skills
• Understanding of commercial construction
• Strong computer skills including computer-aided drafting, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with material take-off
• Successful estimating experience
• Ability to create and manage timelines
• Skill in open and timely communication with team members and subcontractors on each project
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environment
• React to changing business needs; be creative and change gears with each unique project
• Manage team contributions of designers, vendors, fabricators, installers and other key players
• Effectively report to and communicate with your team and managers
• Work independently, while also being a successful team player
• Use established business processes and software to achieve and track progress and results
• Two or Four year degree in construction management or equivalent work experience – glass and glazing preferred but not required
• Valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing

Full‑time salary position

Paid PTO and Holidays, medical benefit options, 401k and match

Lee & Cates Glass, Inc., founded in 1926, is a regional architectural flat glass fabricator, distributor and glazing contractor. We provide glass solutions to a variety of market segments. Our glass evolution has brought quality improvement, safety, innovation and automation to the marketplace. A cut above the competition, our people, longevity, creativity and technology set us apart.