Custom Millwork Estimator

Job Summary

At Washington Woodworking, we operate at the highest end of the custom architectural millwork space - seeking out the most challenging interiors projects and working ceaselessly to exceed our partners' expectations. Every project is a puzzle and the solutions are rarely the same. If you thrive in a deadline-driven environment where success is defined by exacting attention to detail and uncompromising customer service, we look forward to your application!

Our estimators are responsible for the completion of detailed, accurate proposals for premiere, custom architectural millwork projects. Candidates must be able to analyze architectural drawings and blueprints, generate detailed scopes of work, compile accurate material take-off and labor cost estimates, and synthesize these inputs into a well-organized and comprehensive proposal. Estimators are also required to interface and cultivate relationships with key personnel across a broad spectrum of internal and external stakeholders, to include project managers, suppliers, architects, owners, and general contractors.

This is an in-office role with the opportunity to work in a hybrid capacity following the successful completion of an onboarding period.

Key Duties

• Analyze architectural drawings and specifications, identify material type and quantity requirements, and generate accurate material take-offs.
• Conduct comprehensive requirements analyses on all material, engineering, fabrication, and installation cost drivers to facilitate generation of detailed pricing estimates.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with members of project management, engineering, operations, and leadership to validate the completeness and accuracy of critical inputs within pricing estimates.
• Identify inconsistent, vague, or incomplete scope details and create RFIs to successfully remediate the concern or, in the absence of resolution, allow for the specification of the item's treatment within the final proposal.
• Upon bid acceptance, initiate handoff meetings to ensure efficient and complete transfer of information to project management.
• Actively and timely communicate with customers to ensure initial understanding of project requirements, confirm submitted proposals align with project requirements, and where applicable support post-bid evaluations and value engineering efforts.
• Understand standard building construction methods, to include AWI guidelines, LEEDS, and FSC requirements.

Qualifications

We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage tasks, produce quality work and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

• Highest ethical and work standards, while promoting the same attributes in others.
• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
• Professional and pleasant demeanor with excellent interpersonal and customer relations skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities as well as the ability to work under pressure and hit deadlines.
• Ability to rapidly and effectively learn and utilize new software and technology systems. Experience with Bluebeam Revu preferred. Experience with Microsoft Excel required.
• A strong work ethic and a "can-do" attitude.

About Us

Established in 1897, The Washington Woodworking Company is a premiere manufacturer of custom architectural millwork in the DC metro region. Our goals are simple: maintain and establish long-lasting partnerships with our clients based on integrity and trust, provide a premiere product on-time and cost-effectively, encourage a teamwork environment where we contribute to each others successes, invest in our growth through technology and innovation, and give back to make a difference in our local community.

The Washington Woodworking Company provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

The Washington Woodworking Company is a drug-free workplace.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.