Commercial Estimator

AP Corp•Sykesville, MD

1d•$40,000 - $52,000

About The Position

Commercial Estimator AP Corp | Maryland HQ Build the engine. Don’t just feed it. AP Corp is building a disciplined, scalable commercial sales operation across window film, architectural graphics, and entryway fortifying systems. We are looking for a commercial estimator who can own scope, protect margin, and operate with independence. If you are analytical, detail-driven, and take pride in delivering clean, defensible numbers on deadline — keep reading. Click here to see what our team has to say about working at AP: The Role The Commercial Estimator is responsible for: Reviewing architectural drawings and specifications Performing accurate take-offs across multiple scopes Identifying risk, omissions, and margin exposure Preparing clear, professional proposals Supporting commercial sales with disciplined execution This is a production role with real accountability. You will work closely with senior sales leadership and will be expected to operate independently — not wait for instruction. What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days) Within 90 days, you will be: Independently producing 10–15 complete proposals per week Maintaining defined turnaround times (typically 24–72 hours depending on scope) Delivering clean estimates requiring minimal correction Identifying scope gaps and raising issues before submission Demonstrating strong command of product knowledge and construction documents We believe in measurable standards, not vague expectations. Who We Are AP Corp (Absolute Perfection Corp) is a high-performance window film and graphics company serving Maryland, DC, Virginia, North Carolina, and Florida — with national expansion underway. We specialize in: Commercial window film Architectural and environmental graphics Smart film and specialty systems Large-scale branding implementation We are scaling our commercial division with intention — and the Estimator role is central to that growth.

Requirements

3+ years estimating experience in commercial construction, glazing, specialty trades, or related field
Strong proficiency in Excel and estimating software
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated track record of managing deadlines and bid volume
High level of personal accountability

Responsibilities

Interpret and analyze architectural drawings and bid packages
Identify all applicable scopes of work across company offerings
Perform detailed take-offs (window film, graphics, specialty systems)
Gather and validate project data (timelines, decision-makers, materials, installation constraints)
Prepare proposals using company estimating software and Excel
Maintain organized documentation and bid tracking
Attend pre-bid meetings when required
Request and analyze bid tabs on awarded/lost projects
Proactively flag risks, inconsistencies, or margin concerns