Estimator & Builder — Architectural Millwork

HGC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanton Millworks, a premier cabinetmaking and architectural woodworking shop in Cincinnati, seeks an Estimator who turns drawings and specs into actionable plans. You’ll convert material requirements, labor hours, and vendor pricing into precise estimates that guide the project team.

Ideal candidates blend analytical thinking with a strong understanding of millwork fabrication and construction. This full-time role requires visiting the Cincinnati office and collaborating across project teams to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Five years of estimating experience, preferably in architectural millwork, woodworking, or commercial construction.
• Strong ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, purchase orders, and contracts.
• Proficiency in Excel and estimating-related software tools.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work from the Cincinnati office and travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates from architectural drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Review project documents to understand complete scope and identify gaps, conflicts, or missing information before they become problems.
• Perform material and labor take-offs, including fabrication and installation hours.
• Develop material lists, cost breakdowns, and pricing summaries for bids and proposals.
• Obtain, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Prepare clear, professional written proposals and scopes of work.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and operations staff to align estimates with project requirements, schedule constraints, and general conditions.
• Participate in scope reviews, kickoff meetings, and project handoffs to create alignment before construction begins.
• Track design clarifications, RFIs, change orders, and pricing updates throughout preconstruction.
• Maintain organized estimating files, vendor quotes, recaps, and supporting documentation that project teams can put to work.
• Support procurement planning by identifying material requirements and lead times early.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Participate in jobsite visits, walkthroughs, and meetings as needed to support accurate estimates and alignment with field conditions.
• Incorporate applicable safety requirements and code compliance into estimates and buyout packages while following company, OSHA, and project-specific safety policies.

Skills

Reading architectural drawings

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Time-management

Collaboration with project teams

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Stanton Millworks, a premier cabinetmaking and architectural woodworking shop in Cincinnati, seeks an Estimator who turns drawings and specs into actionable plans. You’ll convert material requirements, labor hours, and vendor pricing into precise estimates that guide the project team.

Ideal candidates blend analytical thinking with a strong understanding of millwork fabrication and construction. This full-time role requires visiting the Cincinnati office and collaborating across project teams to