Project Estimator

A Project Estimator/ Kitchen Design is responsible for coordinating takeoffs, design services and estimating the cost of products and install services across our cabinet lines. Project types include single family/multi-family residential new construction and single family/multi-family residential renovation work. This role emphasizes strong communication and relationship-building skills, as the estimator will interact with various stakeholders including project managers, sales team, architects, and installation services.

• Read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
• Create takeoffs and help drive requirements for design
• Generate cabinetry installation drawings and provide detailed installation instructions for field use.
• Establish cost savings opportunities and installation services costs for job quoting
• Organize and maintain project information throughout the duration of a project, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communicate with project managers, jobsite supervisors, finish carpenters, architects/designers, and other subcontractors as needed.
• Support sales and estimating staff by providing knowledge of cabinetry materials.
• Occasional field verifications, record measurements, and review for possible issues with cabinetry layouts.
• Coordinate with counter top shop on appropriate measures and designs for appropriate fabrication
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of the construction industry and ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
• Previous estimating experience or product knowledge of cabinetry preferred.
• Experience with design software, such as 20/20.
• Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including Office 365, specifically Excel.
• Analytical ability to gather and summarize data for reports and find solutions to administrative problems.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to work extra hours when needed.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple assignments.
• Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Net Suite preferred.
• Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture courses/degree preferred.
• Knowledge of value engineering and cabinet installation services preferred