Estimator, Senior

BVGlazing Systems

$85K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience in façade estimating, particularly with unitized curtain wall systems
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple scopes and deadlines
  • Confidence in reviewing complex bid documents and specifications
  • Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
  • Proficiency in cost models, take-offs, and digital markups (Bluebeam required)
  • College Diploma in Architectural Technology, Construction Management, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

  • Review bid documents and define project scope and strategy
  • Lead material take-offs, cost modeling, and bill of materials preparation
  • Coordinate RFQs and integrate vendor pricing
  • Identify risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities through RFIs and document markups
  • Collaborate with Sales, Managers, Design, Engineering, and Preconstruction teams
  • Prepare scopes of work, redlined specifications/exhibits, and quotation letters
  • Participate in pre-close and final close reviews with leadership
  • Support preliminary construction schedules and ensure smooth handoff to post-award teams

Benefits

  • Work on technically challenging, high-profile projects
  • Be part of a collaborative and supportive estimating team
  • Have a direct impact on project success from day one
  • Opportunity to influence processes and mentor others
  • Comprehensive benefits package including Extended Healthcare Benefits
  • Vacation accrual plan
  • Work/life balance with short Fridays year-round
  • Goodlife Fitness discount program
  • Company-sponsored perks
  • Participate in company match RSP/DPSP program with a 2-year vesting period
  • Voluntary participation in Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) as per company policy
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Estimator
Location: Niagara Falls, ON


THE OPPORTUNITY

We're looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys technical problem-solving, collaboration across sales, design, and management teams, and taking ownership of complex façade projects from bid to final submission.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
  • Work on technically challenging, high-profile projects
  • Be part of a collaborative and supportive estimating team
  • Have a direct impact on project success from day one
  • Opportunity to influence processes and mentor others
  • Competitive compensation plan.
  • Be a part of a company that is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment.
  • We've got your health and future in mind!
    • Participate in the comprehensive benefits package including Extended Healthcare Benefits.
    • Vacation accrual plan.
    • Work/life balance with short Friday's year around.
    • Goodlife Fitness discount program.
    • Company sponsored perks.
    • Participate upon hire in a company match RSP/DPSP program (2-year vesting period).
    • Voluntary participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) as per company policy.


KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As a Senior Estimator, you'll play a key role in shaping successful bids and proposals by:

  • Reviewing bid documents and defining project scope and strategy
  • Leading material take-offs, cost modeling, and bill of materials preparation
  • Coordinating RFQs and integrating vendor pricing
  • Identifying risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities through RFIs and document markups
  • Collaborating with Sales, Managers, Design, Engineering, and Preconstruction teams
  • Preparing scopes of work, redlined specifications/exhibits, and quotation letters
  • Participating in pre-close and final close reviews with leadership
  • Supporting preliminary construction schedules and smooth handoff to post-award teams


EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  • 5+ years experience in façade estimating, particularly unitized curtain wall systems
  • High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple scopes and deadlines
  • Confidence reviewing complex bid documents and specifications
  • Strong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally
  • Proficiency with cost models, take-offs, and digital markups (Bluebeam required)
  • College Diploma in Architectural Technology, Construction Management or a related field is preferred.


Salary Range$85,000 - $95,000 Annually

TRAINING & ONBOARDINGWe will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

INTERVIEW PROCESSWe'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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