Estimator, Trade Shows and Experiential

Job overview

The Estimator, Trade Shows and Experiential role is onsite in Chicago, IL, and compensation is not specified. Jack Morton designs and builds brand experiences, including trade shows, exhibits, branded activations, and permanent installations. The estimator develops cost projections and supports project decisions throughout the project lifecycle. By reviewing design and technical documents, coordinating pricing with suppliers and internal teams, and communicating assumptions and risks, the role helps assess project costs and feasibility while identifying value-engineering opportunities.

What you'll do

• Develop detailed cost estimates for trade shows, exhibits, experiential environments, branded activations, and permanent installations
• review proposals, renderings, CAD drawings, specifications, and design documents for quantity take-offs and cost evaluation
• collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Design, Production, and Fabrication teams
• identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities
• obtain and evaluate supplier and fabrication partner pricing
• maintain estimating tools, cost databases, and pricing resources
• prepare estimates and supporting documentation
• review historical costs and production data
• communicate assumptions, exclusions, and risks.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

estimator

trade shows

experiential marketing

exhibits

branded activations

cost estimates

quantity take-offs

value engineering

chicago il

jack morton worldwide

custom fabrication

microsoft excel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires three or more years of estimating experience in exhibits, experiential marketing, custom fabrication, museums, themed environments, retail displays, or permanent corporate installations. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent education, industry experience, and technical expertise.

About the employer

Jack Morton Worldwide is hiring for this role. Industry: Convention and Trade Show Organizers. Sector: 56.