What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Estimate Assistant - Doors & Cabinets position at Frontier Door & Cabinet?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Estimator supports the Door & Cabinet Estimating department in preparing accurate, competitive bids for multi-family residential and commercial projects. Working under the supervision of a Senior Estimator, this role learns to quantify door, frame, millwork, and hardware scopes from construction documents, obtain vendor and supplier pricing, and compile complete bid packages. This is a developmental role with a clear path to independent estimating responsibility.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform quantity take-offs for hollow metal doors and frames, wood doors, architectural millwork (casings, bases, window stools, shelving, etc.), and finish hardware from architectural drawings and specifications.
- Assist in reviewing project plans, specifications, addenda, and RFIs to identify the complete scope of work.
- Source material pricing from manufacturers and suppliers; request and track quotes to ensure timely bid submission.
- Organize and enter take-off data and pricing into estimating software and/or Excel spreadsheets.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical bid files, including drawings, specs, quotes, and award documents.
- Support the preparation of final bid proposals and bid summaries for submission.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and job walks as assigned.
- Follow up with general contractors and owners on submitted bids.
- Coordinate with the Project Management and Operations teams during the handoff of awarded projects.
- Develop product knowledge of door, frame, millwork, and hardware lines through manufacturer training, lunch-and-learns, and on-the-job learning.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Estimating Manager.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Associate's degree in Technical discipline.
- A combination of education and related experience may substitute for education requirements.
- 2-4 years of prior office experience: industry or estimating experience strongly preferred.
- Strong phone skills.
- Strong experience in MS Office/Office 365.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, door schedules, hardware schedules,
- and specifications.
- Basic math skills; comfort working with measurements, quantities, and unit pricing.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Familiarity with estimating or takeoff software (Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar) is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn industry products and processes.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Sitting/Standing/walking approximately 8 hours/day, 5 days a week.
- Use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, particularly reading that may be very fine print.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This role operates primarily in a professional office environment within Frontier Door and Cabinet's El Paso, TX facilities.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT: Frontier Door and Cabinet’s Safety Program and all established safety rules must be followed, and equipment used where required.
BENEFITS
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- 401(k)
Salary : $15 - $17