Senior Estimator – Glazing / Curtain Wall / Project Coordination
City Window & Glass | Hamilton, ON
This Role Is Not Entry-Level
City Window & Glass is seeking a seasoned, high-performing Estimator with strong commercial glazing and curtain wall experience to join our leadership-driven Estimation team. This role is designed for professionals who want ownership, influence, and long-term career growth within a well-established yet forward-thinking company. If you thrive in a technical environment, understand risk, margins, and constructability, and want your expertise to directly shape winning projects we want to talk to you.
Who We Are
Founded in 1962 , City Window & Glass is a recognized leader in architectural glass and aluminum systems. We provide fully integrated glazing solutions from design and fabrication to installation for complex commercial projects. Our clients return to us because we deliver certainty, performance, and accountability. Our people stay because we respect experience, reward contribution, and invest in long-term careers.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Leading detailed material take-offs and labour costing for commercial glazing and curtain wall projects
- Reviewing and qualifying tender opportunities through FTP sites and plan rooms
- Developing accurate, defensible estimates that balance competitiveness and risk
- Managing job files, documentation, schedules, and purchase orders with precision
- Supporting project transitions with clean, complete, and accountable handovers
- Evaluating products and suppliers to improve cost efficiency and system performance
- Acting as a trusted point of contact for key clients understanding their schedules, standards, and expectations
- Pricing and negotiating change orders, extras, and scope revisions
What We’re Looking For
Construction or Architectural Engineering Technology diploma or equivalent5+ years of commercial glazing estimation experience (curtain wall experience is essential)Strong field knowledge and constructability awareness (field + estimating experience is a major asset)Advanced ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and contractsExperience with unitized curtain wall systems , glazing contracts, and Kawneer products preferredAutoCAD, Word and Excel proficiency a mustHigh attention to detail, strong judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlinesConfident communicator who can interact with clients, consultants, and internal teamsValid driver’s licence with a clean driving record a mustWhat We Offer Top Performers
Highly competitive compensation , aligned with experience and performanceUnion benefitsOngoing education, technical training, and professional developmentA stable, respected company with real decision-making authority not corporate red tapeA challenging, professional environment where experience is valued and recognizedThe City Window & Glass Advantage
We don’t chase volume we focus on quality, execution, and long-term relationships . Many of our clients have worked with us for decades because we deliver consistent results on complex projects. Join a team where your expertise matters, your decisions have impact, and your career can grow alongside the company.