Senior Glazing Estimator Location: Greater Vancouver / Langley, BC Industry: Commercial Glazing / Architectural Glass & Metal

Our client is an established architectural glazing contractor based in the Greater Vancouver area, specializing in commercial, retail, office and high-end architectural glazing projects across North America. Due to continued growth, they are looking to add an experienced Senior Glazing Estimator to their team.

The Senior

Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial glazing and architectural glass projects from initial tender through contract award. This position will work closely with general contractors, architects, suppliers, project managers, drafting and fabrication teams to develop detailed pricing and ensure bids are both commercially competitive and technically sound.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed estimates and tenders for commercial glazing projects

Review architectural drawings, specifications, addenda and bid documents

Develop accurate material, labour, equipment and subcontractor pricing

Take off quantities for curtain wall, storefront, entrances, windows, glass and architectural metal systems

Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations

Identify project scope, exclusions, clarifications and potential risks

Prepare detailed proposals and submit competitive bids within deadlines

Review plans and specifications to identify discrepancies, omissions and potential change-order opportunities

Liaise with general contractors, architects, suppliers and clients throughout the estimating process

Attend pre-bid meetings and participate in project turnover meetings





Work closely with Project Management and Operations to ensure accurate handover of awarded projects

Assist with value engineering and alternative system/product pricing where appropriate

Maintain accurate estimating records and pricing databases

Monitor market conditions, material costs and labour requirements

Assist with developing budgets and preliminary estimates for projects at the early design stage

Support the business development team with pricing and proposals when required

Requirements

5+ years of estimating experience within commercial glazing, architectural glass, curtain wall, storefront or a related building-envelope environment

Strong understanding of commercial glazing systems and installation methods

Experience estimating curtain wall, storefront, entrances, windows and architectural glass

Strong ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications and construction documents

Proven experience preparing competitive bids for commercial construction projects

Robust knowledge of material costs, labour requirements and installation processes

Experience with glazing takeoff and estimating software

Strong mathematical, analytical and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously

Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with GCs, suppliers, clients and internal teams

Experience with larger or technically complex commercial projects is highly desirable

Preferred Experience

Candidates with backgrounds in commercial glazing, curtain wall, architectural glass, façade, storefront or building-envelope contracting are encouraged to apply

Experience estimating projects from drawings through final proposal, as well as understanding fabrication and installation requirements, would be particularly valuable

📌 Senior Glazing Estimator (Winnipeg)
🏢 Combined Selection Group
📍 Winnipeg