What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Window & Glazing Estimator position at Davidson Sash & Door, Inc.?
Davidson Sash & Door is seeking an experienced Commercial Window & Glazing Estimator to support our growing commercial renovation and exterior envelope division.
This role focuses on estimating commercial window replacement and glazing projects for universities, schools, healthcare facilities, and institutional clients throughout the region. Typical projects range from $200K–$2M , along with smaller ongoing renovation work that provides a steady project pipeline.
We’re looking for someone who is confident reading plans, performing detailed takeoffs, managing bid opportunities, and collaborating with project teams from preconstruction through handoff.
This is a hands-on estimating role with a mix of office and field involvement.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare accurate estimates for commercial window replacement and glazing projects
- Perform quantity takeoffs from architectural drawings and specifications
- Review project plans, bid documents, and scope requirements
- Conduct occasional site visits and field measurements as needed
- Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for pricing and scope clarification
- Collaborate with project management and leadership on bid strategy and project execution
- Utilize Bluebeam for digital takeoffs and estimating workflows
- Help improve and standardize estimating systems and processes
What We’re Looking For
- 5 years of commercial estimating experience
- Experience with glazing, storefront, windows, curtainwall, exterior envelope, or commercial renovation projects strongly preferred
- Ability to read architectural plans and specifications
- Strong takeoff and bid preparation experience
- Bluebeam experience required
- Strong Excel and organizational skills
- Comfortable working in both office and field environments
Preferred Experience
- Commercial window replacement or renovation estimating
- Institutional or educational facility projects
- Exterior envelope systems
- Preconstruction coordination
Why Join Davidson Sash & Door?
At Davidson Sash & Door, you won’t get buried in layers of corporate structure. We’re a family-oriented company where experienced professionals have direct impact, decisions move quickly, and good work is recognized.
We’re established enough to work on meaningful commercial projects, while still being nimble enough for your ideas and experience to matter.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in a growing division with long-term leadership potential.
Compensation & Benefits
- $80,000 – $95,000 base salary (depending on experience)
- Profit sharing opportunities
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement
- Long-term growth opportunity
Apply If You:
- Enjoy the technical side of estimating and takeoffs
- Like being involved in both preconstruction and field coordination
- Take pride in producing accurate, competitive bids
- Want to work on meaningful commercial renovation projects with a stable, growing company
Next Steps
If your experience aligns with what we’re looking for, you’ll receive an invitation to complete:
- A brief one-way video interview
- A short DISC assessment
Both steps are designed to help us get to know you beyond the resume and ensure a strong fit on both sides. We’ve designed the process to be straightforward and respectful of your time.
Salary : $80,000 - $95,000