What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at High Rise Building Products?
Estimator – Architectural Metal Fabrication
Highrise Products is a growing architectural metal fabrication company specializing in railing systems, light structural steel, and miscellaneous metal fabrication for high-rise commercial and residential projects nationwide. We combine passion, dedication, and experience to deliver custom, build-friendly solutions that blend beauty with functionality. From design development and custom extrusions to fabrication and installation support, we partner with clients to fill scope gaps and deliver high-quality projects on time.
The Role:
We’re looking for a motivated Estimator to help us win and deliver more high-rise projects. While direct experience in high-rise railings and architectural metals is ideal, we are open to strong candidates with proven estimating experience in related markets such as structural steel fabrication, ornamental/miscellaneous metals, curtain wall systems, architectural sheet metal, commercial construction, or similar fabrication trades. This position is full-time in office hours of 7:30-4:30, Monday through Friday.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review architectural/structural drawings, specifications, and bid documents for high-rise and large-scale commercial projects.
- Perform detailed takeoffs and develop complete estimates for railing systems (including glass and balcony railings), light structural steel, miscellaneous metals, and scope-gap items (slab covers, canopies, custom panels, etc.).
- Solicit and negotiate vendor/subcontractor quotes for materials (aluminum, stainless steel, etc.) and services.
- Calculate labor, fabrication, finishing, assembly, shipping, and installation costs.
- Prepare professional bid proposals, scope narratives, and value-engineering alternatives.
- Collaborate with design, engineering, production, and project management teams.
- Support pre-engineering, budget development, and rapid response efforts.
- Track bid results and continuously improve estimating accuracy.
Qualifications:
- 3 years of estimating experience in construction or metal fabrication
(architectural metals, structural steel, ornamental metals, curtain wall/cladding, miscellaneous metals, or closely related fields strongly preferred).
- Solid ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
- Experience with takeoff software (Bluebeam Revu, AutoCAD) and advanced Excel.
- Working knowledge of metal fabrication processes, material costs, and industry standards.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines.
- Collaborative mindset with a partnership-oriented approach.
- Construction Management, Engineering, or related background is a plus.
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary performance-based bonus.
- Full benefits package (health, dental, IRA with company match, HSA contribution, etc.).
- Opportunity to work on exciting high-rise projects across the country.
- A growing company culture built on passion, dedication, and delivering beautiful, functional solutions.
If this opportunity looks like something you would like to be involved with, please email your resume to joe@highriseproducts.com.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $90,000