Estimator - Custom Glass & Metal Projects
Westchester Glass, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Job Description
Job Description
About WGI
WGI is a growing custom glass, glazing, and metal fabrication company specializing in high-end residential and commercial projects. Our work includes frameless shower enclosures, custom mirrors, guardrails, storefront systems, decorative metal, specialty installations, and one-of-a-kind architectural details. We take pride in quality craftsmanship, problem solving, and delivering projects the right way.
We are looking for an experienced Estimator who understands the construction process, can think critically through custom scopes, and can produce accurate, profitable proposals in a fast-paced environment.
Position Summary
The Estimator will be responsible for reviewing drawings, specifications, and field conditions to prepare accurate pricing for custom glass and metal projects. This role works closely with ownership, project managers, vendors, fabricators, and general contractors to ensure bids are complete, competitive, and aligned with WGI's capabilities.
This is a key position within the company with strong growth potential for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* Review architectural plans, specifications, and bid documents to prepare complete proposals for commercial and residential projects
* Perform detailed takeoffs for custom mirrors, shower enclosures, railings, glass partitions, storefronts, entrances, and miscellaneous glazing/metal scopes
* Solicit and compare vendor pricing for glass, hardware, aluminum systems, fabrication, and specialty materials
* Evaluate labor, fabrication time, installation complexity, site access, logistics, and schedule impacts when pricing work
* Identify missing information, conflicts, and potential risks within plans and communicate clarifications as needed
* Prepare proposals, scope letters, exclusions, qualifications, and alternates
* Coordinate smooth handoff of awarded projects to project management and operations teams
* Track bid activity, follow up on open proposals, and maintain organized estimating records
* Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, builders, designers, and suppliers
* Assist with pricing change orders, add-ons, and design revisions as needed
Qualifications
* Minimum 3+ years of estimating experience in the glass, glazing, metal, or related construction trades
* Strong understanding of custom glazing systems, frameless showers, mirrors, railings, storefronts, and specialty installations preferred
* Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, finish schedules, and construction documents
* Strong knowledge of labor production, material costing, and installation methods
* Experience with Excel, Bluebeam, takeoff software, and general office systems
* Experience with Sage, QuickBooks, or other construction/accounting software is a plus
* Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple bids at once
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with contractors, vendors, designers, and internal teams
* Self-motivated, dependable, and solution oriented
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay based on experience
Paid holidays and PTO
Growth opportunities within a fast-growing company
Long-term opportunity with a respected team and steady pipeline of work
Company Description
WGI CUSTOMS
At WGI, our goal is to take custom construction that involves glazing to a whole other level. We have a driving passion to turn your vision into reality. When we take that passion and combine it with creative thinking and decades of experience, we can do things that others say are impossible.
We want every item that we create and install to look and feel one-of-a-kind. With all of our in-house capabilities we are able to control lead times and design build issues as they come up and quickly adapt to any field condition. The more unique the project is, the more excited we get.
OUR TEAM CAN MAKE THINGS HAPPEN THAT OTHERS CAN'T.
Our team is made up of talented people who care about your project and the final product that is produced. We have a design team that can put the final touches on your design or create a complete design from your rough ideas. We work with one of the top glazing engineers and can accomplish what most can't.
All shop drawings are done in house along with virtual meetings that will keep your project moving in the right direction no matter how difficult the concept is. In-house fabrication means we control our own lead times, and the team is always on the same page.
Company Description
WGI CUSTOMS\r\nAt WGI, our goal is to take custom construction that involves glazing to a whole other level. We have a driving passion to turn your vision into reality. When we take that passion and combine it with creative thinking and decades of experience, we can do things that others say are impossible.\r\n\r\nWe want every item that we create and install to look and feel one-of-a-kind. With all of our in-house capabilities we are able to control lead times and design build issues as they come up and quickly adapt to any field condition. The more unique the project is, the more excited we get.\r\n\r\nOUR TEAM CAN MAKE THINGS HAPPEN THAT OTHERS CAN'T.\r\nOur team is made up of talented people who care about your project and the final product that is produced. We have a design team that can put the final touches on your design or create a complete design from your rough ideas. We work with one of the top glazing engineers and can accomplish what most can't.\r\n\r\nAll shop drawings are done in house along with virtual meetings that will keep your project moving in the right direction no matter how difficult the concept is. In-house fabrication means we control our own lead times, and the team is always on the same page.
Job Description
About WGI
WGI is a growing custom glass, glazing, and metal fabrication company specializing in high-end residential and commercial projects. Our work includes frameless shower enclosures, custom mirrors, guardrails, storefront systems, decorative metal, specialty installations, and one-of-a-kind architectural details. We take pride in quality craftsmanship, problem solving, and delivering projects the right way.
We are looking for an experienced Estimator who understands the construction process, can think critically through custom scopes, and can produce accurate, profitable proposals in a fast-paced environment.
Position Summary
The Estimator will be responsible for reviewing drawings, specifications, and field conditions to prepare accurate pricing for custom glass and metal projects. This role works closely with ownership, project managers, vendors, fabricators, and general contractors to ensure bids are complete, competitive, and aligned with WGI's capabilities.
This is a key position within the company with strong growth potential for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* Review architectural plans, specifications, and bid documents to prepare complete proposals for commercial and residential projects
* Perform detailed takeoffs for custom mirrors, shower enclosures, railings, glass partitions, storefronts, entrances, and miscellaneous glazing/metal scopes
* Solicit and compare vendor pricing for glass, hardware, aluminum systems, fabrication, and specialty materials
* Evaluate labor, fabrication time, installation complexity, site access, logistics, and schedule impacts when pricing work
* Identify missing information, conflicts, and potential risks within plans and communicate clarifications as needed
* Prepare proposals, scope letters, exclusions, qualifications, and alternates
* Coordinate smooth handoff of awarded projects to project management and operations teams
* Track bid activity, follow up on open proposals, and maintain organized estimating records
* Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, builders, designers, and suppliers
* Assist with pricing change orders, add-ons, and design revisions as needed
Qualifications
* Minimum 3+ years of estimating experience in the glass, glazing, metal, or related construction trades
* Strong understanding of custom glazing systems, frameless showers, mirrors, railings, storefronts, and specialty installations preferred
* Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, finish schedules, and construction documents
* Strong knowledge of labor production, material costing, and installation methods
* Experience with Excel, Bluebeam, takeoff software, and general office systems
* Experience with Sage, QuickBooks, or other construction/accounting software is a plus
* Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple bids at once
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with contractors, vendors, designers, and internal teams
* Self-motivated, dependable, and solution oriented
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay based on experience
Paid holidays and PTO
Growth opportunities within a fast-growing company
Long-term opportunity with a respected team and steady pipeline of work
Company Description
WGI CUSTOMS
At WGI, our goal is to take custom construction that involves glazing to a whole other level. We have a driving passion to turn your vision into reality. When we take that passion and combine it with creative thinking and decades of experience, we can do things that others say are impossible.
We want every item that we create and install to look and feel one-of-a-kind. With all of our in-house capabilities we are able to control lead times and design build issues as they come up and quickly adapt to any field condition. The more unique the project is, the more excited we get.
OUR TEAM CAN MAKE THINGS HAPPEN THAT OTHERS CAN'T.
Our team is made up of talented people who care about your project and the final product that is produced. We have a design team that can put the final touches on your design or create a complete design from your rough ideas. We work with one of the top glazing engineers and can accomplish what most can't.
All shop drawings are done in house along with virtual meetings that will keep your project moving in the right direction no matter how difficult the concept is. In-house fabrication means we control our own lead times, and the team is always on the same page.
Company Description
WGI CUSTOMS\r\nAt WGI, our goal is to take custom construction that involves glazing to a whole other level. We have a driving passion to turn your vision into reality. When we take that passion and combine it with creative thinking and decades of experience, we can do things that others say are impossible.\r\n\r\nWe want every item that we create and install to look and feel one-of-a-kind. With all of our in-house capabilities we are able to control lead times and design build issues as they come up and quickly adapt to any field condition. The more unique the project is, the more excited we get.\r\n\r\nOUR TEAM CAN MAKE THINGS HAPPEN THAT OTHERS CAN'T.\r\nOur team is made up of talented people who care about your project and the final product that is produced. We have a design team that can put the final touches on your design or create a complete design from your rough ideas. We work with one of the top glazing engineers and can accomplish what most can't.\r\n\r\nAll shop drawings are done in house along with virtual meetings that will keep your project moving in the right direction no matter how difficult the concept is. In-house fabrication means we control our own lead times, and the team is always on the same page.