Construction Estimator - Doors, Frames, and Hardware

Job Description

Job Description

About United Contractor ServicesUnited Contractor Services is a national specialty subcontractor working in commercial light gauge interior buildouts and Division 8 & 10 Specialties. General contractors and architects bring us onto complex, large-scale work because we deliver what we price, when we said we would.The RoleWe're adding an estimator to our preconstruction group to own Division 8 and 10 scopes from first look through bid award. Division 8 is the heart of this job - doors, frames, and finish hardware - and, as needed, you'll be the one writing and reviewing hardware sets, not handing that off to someone else after award. Division 10 scopes come with the territory, and you'll need to price them accurately, but the door work is where you'll spend most of your time.This is a numbers-and-details job. You'll live in schedules, specs, and hardware sets, and you'll be the person who catches the frame that doesn't match its rating before it costs us money on the jobsite.Division 8 ScopePrice hollow metal doors and frames, wood doors, aluminum entrances, finish hardware, and related accessoriesWrite and review hardware sets and door schedules against architectural drawings, elevations, and specificationsVerify compliance with UL listings, fire ratings, ADA requirements, and applicable life safety codesCoordinate electrified hardware and access control requirements with the broader project scopeDivision 10 ScopePrice toilet partitions and washroom accessories, lockers, fire extinguishers and cabinets, corner guards and wall protection, signage, and related specialty itemsConfirm mounting, backing, and coordination requirements with adjacent trades so scope gaps don't show up in the fieldDay to DayPerform accurate quantity takeoffs that hold up under scrutinySolicit and compare vendor and manufacturer pricing to land on the right combination of cost, lead time, and performanceIdentify value-engineering options and present them with real numbers behind themAssemble proposals with clear scope language, stated inclusions and exclusions, and documented assumptionsTurn over awarded scopes to Project Managers cleanly, with the pricing basis and hardware decisions documentedBuild working relationships with suppliers, manufacturer reps, and GC preconstruction contactsStay current on product changes, manufacturer updates, and code revisions affecting these divisionsQualificationsMinimum 3 years estimating commercial Division 8 and/or Division 10 scopes, with Division 8 experience being the priorityWorking knowledge of door hardware terminology, hardware set structure, and fire and life safety code requirements as they apply to openingsComfortable reading architectural drawings, door schedules, and specification sectionsExperience with estimating and takeoff software used in these divisions - we'll train you on our systems, but you should already know how this kind of software worksDHI coursework or credentials (AHC, DHC, CDT) preferred, not requiredClear communicator who can hold a schedule in a bid environment where deadlines don't moveWhy This RoleDivision 8 and 10 estimating drives a meaningful share of the work we chase nationally. The pricing you produce determines what we pursue and what we win, and you'll have direct visibility with the people making those calls. We offer competitive pay, a full benefits package, and a clear path forward for people who are good at this work.This position is based out of our Kennesaw, GA office.United Contractor Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Drug Test and Background Disclaimer:Candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo a drug test and background check in accordance with applicable laws. Providing false information may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or termination of employment. By submitting an application, candidates acknowledge and agree to these requirements.

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