Project Estimator

Roles & Responsibilities:

Estimating & pre-construction

• Review bid invitations and identify upcoming projects for weekly evaluation.
• Perform detailed take-offs for doors, frames, and hardware from plans and specifications.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and internal teams to clarify project requirements.
• Solicit vendor and subcontractor quotes; research and negotiate material pricing.
• Prepare comprehensive bid estimates including material, labor, and timelines.
• Track addendums and update estimates accordingly.
• Input take-offs, pricing, and discounts into estimating systems.
• Analyze awarded and lost bids to improve accuracy and competitiveness.

Project Planning & Setup

• Define project scope, goals, schedules, and specifications.
• Enter and maintain project data in Emullion (or equivalent system).
• Prepare and submit project submittals, cut sheets, and samples for approval.
• Incorporate revisions based on returned submittals.
• Compile and maintain organized project files and communication logs.

Project Execution & Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact among contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Monitor project progress, costs, risks, and timelines.
• Adjust schedules and plans to accommodate changes.
• Prepare and issue change orders as required.
• Track material needs and ensure timely delivery.

Procurement & Coordination

• Order hollow metal (HM), wood doors, frames, and hardware upon approval.
• Prepare hardware sorts and coordinate shop drawings and approvals.
• Schedule shop work and coordinate vendor deliverables.

Reporting & Closeout

• Provide regular project status updates and performance reports.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify improvements.
• Ensure proper job costing, documentation, and final archiving upon completion.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain strong organization across multiple projects and communications.
• Support continuous improvement in estimating accuracy and project execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.