Senior Commercial Millwork Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Are you a seasoned Estimator ready to take the next step in your career? At Millwork Brothers, Inc. , we’re more than just a millwork company — we’re a collaborative, fast-paced team that values innovation, accountability, and quality craftsmanship. We encourage new ideas, support professional growth, and take pride in delivering exceptional products and service.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Estimator who thrives in a demanding environment, brings strong technical and mathematical expertise, and can confidently manage complex bids and client relationships. If you work well independently, move with urgency, and take ownership of your work, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Senior Estimator is responsible for managing high-volume, high-value millwork bids from concept through proposal submission. This role encompasses advanced estimating, value engineering, client communication, and cross-department collaboration. The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of millwork fabrication, materials, and installation, and can confidently justify estimates with research and sound reasoning.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with vendors, subcontractors, GCs, architects, and clients via phone and email
• Review drawings, specifications, sketches, and renderings to identify and confirm millwork scope
• Perform detailed takeoffs and prepare accurate, competitive proposals
• Conduct in-depth research on materials, products, fabrication methods, and installation requirements
• Maintain detailed notes and logs to support future estimates and continuous improvement
• Ensure all bid items are captured accurately with minimal revisions due to missed scope
• Submit proposals for internal leadership review at least two days prior to GC/client due dates
• Respond to emails promptly, at minimum within 24 hours
• Work on multiple bids simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborate with project management, production, and installation teams to ensure successful project execution
• Utilize Procore to review bid documents and submit RFIs as needed
• Format proposals and correspondence in accordance with Millwork Brothers standards

Advanced Senior-Level Expectations

• Confidently and tactfully discuss Millwork Brothers’ scope of work with GCs, clients, architects, and designers
• Create estimates that are accurate, well-researched, and clearly defensible during internal review
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of millwork carpentry, fabrication processes, materials, and installation timelines
• Perform value engineering when pricing reductions are requested, offering logical, safe, and cost-effective solutions
• Develop sound estimating approaches when drawings or details are limited
• Maintain composure under pressure and meet tight deadlines, including staying late when necessary for critical bids
• Exhibit full fluency in architectural and shop-grade drawings
• Possess full understanding of material performance, tolerances, and constructability

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills
• Advanced proficiency with Bluebeam
• Ability to accurately prepare proposals from architectural plans, renderings, and limited sketches
• Logical problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Solid understanding of labor hours and installation time for millwork projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with a strong sense of urgency

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of AutoCAD and SketchUp is a plus
• Experience with high-volume, high-value millwork bidding
• Proven ability to consistently produce competitive bids