Estimator

Company Summary

Pioneer is a 100% employee-owned company specializing in custom unitized curtain wall. All employees who have met the eligibility criteria own stock in Pioneer through our ESOP retirement plan. That means that all of us directly benefit from our efforts to serve customers, produce quality products, and grow the business profitably. Pioneer is headquartered in Mason, OH with offices in Cleveland, OH, Baltimore, MD, Johnson City, TN and Kokomo, IN.  Pioneer’s innovative approach, coupled with cutting-edge design technology has won awards as well as respect in the curtain wall industry.

We have an established culture of rewarding a strong work ethic and providing ongoing training opportunities that promote an environment of creativity and career growth. Pioneer offers a generous benefit package to full time employees that includes medical, dental, voluntary vision, voluntary critical illness and accident, company paid life, short- & long-term disability, EAP, Tuition Reimbursement, and 401K with a 4% match. Pioneer prides itself on helping employees achieve a work-life balance through a flexible work schedule.

Job Summary

Estimators work collaboratively with Sales, Project Management, Engineering and the Field to provide a detailed estimate of all labor and materials required to complete the Scope of Work for custom unitized curtain wall projects. They analyze the details of each potential project and incorporate lessons learned from previous projects to generate competitive bids. Will be required to drive company and/or personal vehicle to conduct company business.

Duties & Responsibilities

ANALYZES SCOPE OF WORK

• Reviews all project-related documentation and demonstrates a complete understanding of all requirements on assigned projects.
• Analyzes custom requirements new to Pioneer and notes details.
• Determines the most efficient and cost-effective approach to meet requirements.
• Ensures SOW in final contract matches SOW sold.

LABOR ESTIMATES

• Accurately calculates the labor cost for Shop, Engineering, Field & PM's based on an analysis of previous projects.

MATERIAL ESTIMATES

• Accurately calculates the amount and type of material (extrusions, dies, paint etc.) & required parts to deliver to the contracted specifications.
• Solicits bids from multiple vendors and ensures proposals are "apples to apples”.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Collaborates with Resource Group and other internal teams to analyze custom requirements new to Pioneer and identify solutions.

PROJECT TRANSITION

• Effectively transitions project to internal project teams with all pre-sale obligations noted.
• Assists teams in interpreting project requirements and details.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in applied science or relevant technical field is preferred.
• Experience reading and analyzing construction and project management documents.
• Familiarity with basic engineering and architectural principles in structures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Compliant. We are a drug free workplace.