Sales Estimator

 

Based in: Los Angeles, CA and Las Vegas, NV (two positions)

Reports to:  Department Manager

Type of Position:  Full time

Relocation: Not provided, candidate should be a current resident of the area.

We are in search of experienced Sales Estimators to prepare bid proposals for private and public projects.
 

The job will require all stages of bidding on projects, including but not limited to: determining Union requirements; determining bid schedules; reviewing job specifications; visiting job sites; attending pre-construction meetings; reviewing contracts; maintaining bid process schedule and communicating bid status;  choosing best options for systems/materials; soliciting and reviewing  vendor and subcontractor quotes; performing labor reviews; maintaining bid spreadsheet.

If you possess the qualifications required, and our company core values match those you seek in a potential employer, we would like to hear from you.  Our team is dedicated to achieving success. We embrace both exceptional individual efforts and collaborative team work.
 

We expect:

 

• A minimum of five (5) years of glazing industry experience with various sized projects

• High School Diploma and some college (certification or Associates degree), in Construction  or Architectural Technology course work

• Knowledge of materials, machines, tools and equipment used in the industry

• Ability to read blueprints as well as architectural and structural drawings

• Ability to do accurate take-offs; familiarity with on-screen take-offs

• Familiarity with GDS Storefront software

• Working knowledge of Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Excel and Microsoft Project

• Understanding of manufacturers’ installation instructions

• Excellent customer service skills

• Strong conflict-resolution skills

• Listening and problem- solving skills are critical

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• High level of attention to detail and self-motivation
   

We offer:

 

• A competitive salary, commensurate with experience

• A generous benefits package

• An Employee Stock Ownership Plan

• An ownership-oriented corporate climate that values and respects all partners
   

Please send your resumé and a cover letter to careers@girouxglass.com