Senior Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• Lead estimating for unitized curtain wall, stick systems, storefronts, and façade packages
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs from architectural and structural drawings
• Review bid documents, specifications, and drawings to define scope and identify risks
• Collaborate with engineering teams on system design, fabrication methods, and buildability
• Work closely with field teams to validate installation sequencing, logistics, and productivity rates
• Develop full cost breakdowns including materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
• Obtain and evaluate vendor/fabricator pricing for façade systems and components
• Conduct value engineering exercises to improve cost efficiency while maintaining performance standards
• Support bid submissions, clarifications, and post-tender negotiations
• Assist in handover to project management and operations teams following award

Technical Requirements

• Extensive experience with unitized curtain wall systems (essential)
• Strong knowledge of façade systems including:
  • Curtain wall (unitized and stick-built)
  • Aluminum framing systems
  • Glazing assemblies
  • Anchors, embeds, and structural interfaces
• Ability to read and interpret complex architectural, structural, and shop drawings
• Understanding of fabrication and installation sequencing
• Experience with high-rise or complex commercial/residential envelope projects
• Familiarity with urban construction environments (e.g., logistics, access constraints) is a plus

Field Experience Requirements

• Background in field roles such as installer, field engineer, superintendent, or project engineer preferred
• Strong understanding of:
  • On-site installation processes and sequencing
  • Crane/hoist operations and material handling logistics
  • Interface between façade systems and structural conditions
• Ability to translate field conditions into estimating assumptions (labour productivity, access, risk)