For more than 40 years, United Glass has partnered with leading general contractors to deliver high-quality commercial glazing solutions across Minnesota and the Midwest.
Our work includes:
- Curtainwall Systems
- Storefront Systems
- Aluminum Entrances
- Interior Glass & Office Fronts
- Glass Railings
- Specialty Architectural Glass
- Custom Commercial Glazing Solutions
Our reputation has been built on craftsmanship, accountability, and strong relationships.
Our Core Values guide everything we do:
GRIT – We take on tough projects, think ahead, and figure it out.
PRECISION – We take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship with professionalism and attention to detail.
ASSERTIVE – We communicate with confidence, clarity, and respect.
UNITED – We succeed as one team by building lasting relationships with our coworkers, customers, and partners.
Estimator Responsibilities
- Project Assessments: Review project specifications, architectural drawings, and other relevant documents to accurately assess the scope of work required for glazing projects.
- Cost Estimations: Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for glazing projects, including materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors, and other associated expenses.
- Vendor and Supplier Management: Source and maintain relationships with reliable vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing for materials and ensure timely delivery.
- Quality Take-offs: Perform precise quality take-offs of glazing materials and components to determine accurate project costs.
- Value Engineering: Collaborate with the engineering and design teams to suggest value engineering options that optimize costs without compromising quality.
- Bid Preparation: Prepare comprehensive bid packages, ensuring all relevant details and cost breakdowns are clearly presented.
- Proposal Submission: Submit accurate and timely proposals to clients, ensuring compliance with project requirements and adhering to bid deadlines.
- Cost Analysis: Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs with actual costs, identifying areas for improvement and cost-saving measures.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends, material costs, and glazing techniques to enhance estimation accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless handover of projects from estimation to execution.
Estimator Qualifications:
- 2+ years of commercial glazing estimating experience.
- In-depth knowledge of glazing systems, façade components, and construction methodologies.
- Proficiency in estimating software and tools, such as Bluebeam, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills to accurately assess project costs and quantities.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with clients, vendors, and internal teams effectively.
- Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously.
- Familiarity with relevant building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
- Strong negotiation skills to obtain competitive pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) 4% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
