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Job Title: Estimator (Commercial Glass & Aluminum Systems)

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Location: Placentia, CA

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Pay Range: $29.00 – $41.00 per hour (pay is based on experience, skills, and internal equity)

Experience Level: Mid-Level

 

About Hale Glass:

Since 1978 Hale Glass has built its reputation on commitment to service, performance, and dependability. As a leader in the commercial glass industry, we understand our greatest asset is our employees. Our search is focused on individuals with integrity who are professionally accountable, show a genuine commitment to their work and demonstrate a collaborative attitude on every project.

 

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to manage the estimation process for commercial glass and aluminum projects. This mid-level role focuses on reviewing plans, preparing accurate proposals, coordinating with vendors and contractors, and ensuring bids are submitted on time and within budget. Successful estimators are expected to work independently while collaborating closely with internal teams to support project success.

This position is primarily office-based, with occasional travel to job sites or contractor offices throughout Southern California.

 

What You’ll Do:

• Review ITBs, architectural drawings, and specifications to confirm bid requirements and deadlines

• Organize bid files, gather material pricing, and prepare detailed, accurate estimates

• Prepare and submit proposals clearly indicating product details, lead times, and costs

• Follow up with contractors to clarify bid feedback and track status of submitted proposals

• Participate in job kick-off meetings and post-project debriefs

• Prepare and manage Change Orders as needed

• Collaborate with project managers, field staff, and vendors to support project planning and execution

• Bid on multiple project types, including storefronts, curtain walls, glass railings, and specialty glazing projects

• Negotiate with vendors to secure competitive pricing and support value engineering initiatives

• Submit bids on time, meeting all deadlines

• Maintain organized records of bids, pricing, and related documentation

• Be responsive to client or general contractor inquiries and provide timely follow-up

• Track and communicate bid status and feedback effectively

 

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years of estimating and/or project management experience in commercial glass and aluminum systems (storefronts, curtain walls, sliding glass doors)

• Strong proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural drawings and specifications

• Proven ability to submit accurate, competitive bids on time

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills with the ability to clearly interact with clients, general contractors, vendors, and internal teams.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn new estimating or project software as needed

• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently while maintaining a team-oriented mindset

• Highly Desired: Proficiency with Logikal (for glazing/curtain wall design, estimation, and production) and Sage 100 (or Sage 100 Contractor for construction/project management)

• Experience with Bluebeam (for markup/PDF collaboration) and Procore (for project tracking and documentation) is a plus
   

Physical Requirements:

This position may require, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Occasional travel to job sites and contractor offices

• Ability to sit for extended periods and use computers and office equipment

• Occasional lifting of materials or samples up to approximately 25 lbs

 

Work Environment:

• Primarily office-based, with occasional visits to commercial construction sites

• Fast-paced project environment with multiple deadlines

• Collaborative team setting with internal and external stakeholders

 

Pre-Employment:

Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment physical and drug screening, in compliance with applicable California and federal laws.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly pay range: $29.00 – $41.00 per hour

• Pay is determined based on experience, skills, training progress, and internal equity

• Overtime paid in accordance with California law

• Medical and dental insurance (including family coverage)

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Paid birthday

• Life insurance & disability insurance (voluntary additional coverage available)

• Education reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under California or federal law.

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Note:

The proceeding functions are examples of the types of work performed by employees to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

 

Employee benefits subject to eligibility requirements and change. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical. All employment is “At-Will”.