Estimator- Topper Floats INC

Job Title: Estimator/Sales Representative Location: Woodland, WA Company: Topper Industries

About Topper Industries

Topper Industries is a leading designer, engineer, and fabricator of aluminum and steel gangways, pedestrian bridges, catwalks, floating docks, security gates, and floating restrooms. We serve a wide range of clients—from private industry to government agencies—delivering high-quality, custom-built solutions across the U.S., Caribbean, Central America, and Pacific Rim countries.

With over 45 years of experience, we’ve developed a transparent, end-to-end process—from initial concept to final delivery—that ensures precision, quality, and on-time performance. Our team of engineers, fabricators, and project managers work closely with each customer to bring complex structures to life with confidence.

When you join Topper, you become part of a company that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and long-term relationships built on trust.

Position Summary

Topper Industries is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Estimator/Sales Representative to join our team in Woodland, WA. This hybrid role combines technical estimating with relationship-based sales. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can analyze project specs, build competitive proposals, and work closely with both internal teams and external customers to ensure successful project execution.

You’ll be a key player in identifying new opportunities, shaping project scopes, and helping our customers turn complex plans into real-world builds.

Key Responsibilities

- Identify and pursue new project opportunities across commercial, industrial, and marine markets

- Analyze customer requirements, drawings, and bid documents to develop accurate cost estimates

- Prepare detailed, competitive proposals using proprietary pricing tools and internal guidelines

- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and fabrication teams to ensure alignment from bid through delivery

- Serve as a liaison between customers and internal stakeholders to keep communication clear and projects on track

- Negotiate pricing, scope, and contract terms with professionalism and attention to detail

- Maintain knowledge of industry trends, materials, and methods related to metal fabrication and floating structures

- Support pre- and post-award activities, including scope clarification, budget adjustments, and change order pricing

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

- 5+ years of relevant experience in construction estimating, sales, or project management preferred

- Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings and legal bid documents

- Familiarity with structural aluminum and floating structure fabrication

- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

- Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, and project estimating tools

- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

- Must be able to reliably commute or relocate to Woodland, WA

Why Topper Industries?

- Opportunity to work on custom, high-impact infrastructure projects

- Fast-growing company with long-term career growth potential

- Close-knit team that values innovation, accountability, and excellence

- Competitive salary, commission, and yearly bonus structure

- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

- Paid time off and employee assistance program

Apply Today

If you’re ready to bring your estimating expertise and sales drive to a company where your contributions truly matter, we’d love to hear from you. Join Topper Industries and help us build the future—one project at a time.