Commercial Glass Estimator

Omni Glass & Paint has been a leading glass and paint contractor in Wisconsin since 1967. With thousands of projects under our belt, we've established a reputation for excellence in the industry.

Our team is built on a culture of commitment, innovation, and hard work. We believe in unlocking potential and creating opportunities for our employees to grow and develop their skills.

As a valued member of our team, you'll have the chance to work on a wide range of projects, from homes to hospitals, banks to office buildings, and terminals to technical schools.

The Estimator is a key role in our commercial glass team, responsible for evaluating project specifications and drawings, working with subcontractors to ensure bids are received, complete, and competitive, and collaborating with Project Managers to follow up on bids and budgets.

• Review project specifications and documentation to prepare accurate time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Compute cost factors, including labor, and prepare estimates for management purposes.
• Perform takeoffs on blueprints, scaling drawings, counting windows, entrances, and panels.
• Attend pre-bid walk-throughs and contractor meetings.
• Consult with owners, contractors, vendors, foremen, and project managers to develop and communicate estimates.
• Discuss changes and adjustments to cost estimates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Make follow-up calls to clients and contractors to develop and maintain good business relationships.
• Communicate project details and strategy to Project Managers and jobsite foremen.
• Promote organization in industry, manufacturing, or trade associations.
• Ensure a safe working environment and full compliance with all Omni, OSHA, State, and Local standards.

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or 1-5 years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and comprehend architectural blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Basic math and algebra skills, along with the ability to understand ruler measurements.
• Proficient in the use of PC and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, and Word).
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, including verbal, written, email, and telephone communication.
• Ability to work independently and/or within a team.
• Advanced time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Quality-conscious with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work extra hours as projects and workloads require.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is occasionally moderate.

Omni Glass & Paint, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.