Commercial Hollow Metal Door & Frame Estimator

Kansas City, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title : Commercial Hollow Metal Door & Frame Estimator

Location : Kansas City MO

Job Type : Full Time - Direct Hire

About Our Client

Our client-a third-generation family-owned industry leader for over 70 years-is expanding their comprehensive door solutions. They are seeking a dedicated Commercial Hollow Metal Door & Frame Estimator to champion their Division 8 product line complementing their established automatic door and specialty hardware services across the Midwest.

This pivotal role is ideal for a professional with proven expertise in commercial doors frames and related architectural products. If you have a solid foundation in blueprint reading quantity take-offs and pricing specific to Division 8-and youre ready to be a foundational member of a growing team-they want to hear from you!

Why Join Our Client

With over seven decades of experience specialized technical excellence and a commitment to customer service our client has earned a reputation for turning customers into lifelong partners. Youll be joining a trusted company known throughout the Midwest as the top choice for automated openings and full-service commercial door solutions.

This is a chance to make an immediate impact on a growing division while enjoying the stability culture and growth opportunities of a long-standing family business.

Key Responsibilities

Bid Preparation: Review architectural drawings specifications and addenda to prepare complete accurate and timely estimates for Division 8 scope.
Quantity Take-Offs: Perform detailed material take-offs for hollow metal doors frames wood doors and architectural hardware.
Vendor Sourcing: Communicate with multiple suppliers and manufacturers to secure competitive pricing for materials and fabrication.
Submittals & Documentation: Prepare shop drawings hardware schedules technical documentation and submittal packages for awarded projects.
Project Handoff: Collaborate with Project Managers and Sales to ensure seamless project transitions and scope verification.
Value Engineering: Identify and propose cost-effective material substitutions and design alternatives without compromising quality.
System Maintenance: Update and maintain estimating software (ProTech Comsense or similar) with current pricing and project data.

Qualifications

Experience: 3 years of estimating experience with commercial hollow metal doors frames wood doors and architectural hardware.
Blueprint Reading: Strong ability to interpret blueprints architectural drawings specifications and door schedules.
Code Knowledge: Familiarity with building codes fire ratings life safety (NFPA 80/101) and ADA compliance preferred.
Certifications (Preferred): AHC (Architectural Hardware Consultant) CDC (Certified Door Consultant) or CET designation.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and industry estimating software.
Detail-Oriented: Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness in all aspects of estimating and documentation.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for client vendor and internal collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay (commensurate with experience and expertise)
Comprehensive health dental and vision benefits
Retirement savings plan
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Education assistance and certification support
Company-provided tools and allowances (e.g. cell phone stipend)

Job Title : Commercial Hollow Metal Door & Frame Estimator Location : Kansas City MO Job Type : Full Time - Direct Hire About Our Client Our client-a third-generation family-owned industry leader for over 70 years-is expanding their comprehensive door solutions. They are seeking a dedicated C...