Millwork Estimator

MOD Interiors; Fair Haven (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MOD Interiors in Detroit, MI seeks a Millwork Estimator for on-site duties in Fair Haven. You will review drawings, specs, and design intent to prepare accurate material takeoffs and cost estimates for custom millwork projects.

Daily tasks include vendor pricing, bid proposals, and collaboration with project managers, engineers, and shop personnel to ensure feasibility, quality, and profitability of each project.

Qualifications

• Interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and design intent to produce material takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Strong estimating and analytical skills for cost modeling and bid preparation.
• Experience with millwork materials and finishes; ability to price custom woodwork projects.
• Ability to collaborate with designers, architects, contractors, and shop teams to refine pricing.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural drawings and specifications to prepare accurate material takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Prepare bid proposals and track assumptions; support budgeting, scheduling, and value engineering.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and shop personnel to ensure feasibility and profitability.

Skills

Read architectural drawings

Estimating & cost modeling

Bid preparation

Millwork materials knowledge

Vendor pricing

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Company Description MOD Interiors is a specialty architectural millwork company known for custom, high-quality fabrication that is designed to stand the test of time. Founded in Detroit in 1982 and now operating from a fully equipped 20,000-square-foot facility, the team delivers fine millwork featuring special veneering, graphic inlays, high-end finishes, and a wide range of materials. The company provides end-to-end design, engineering, fabrication, and installation services with meticulous attention to detail and custom specifications. MOD Interiors works with metals, stone, woods, veneers, reclaimed materials, glass, acrylics, and fabrics, offering unique finishes and sustainable options. The in-house team is recognized for its craftsmanship, creativity, and strong work ethic, collaborating closely with leading architects, designers, contractors, and developers across the country.
Role Description The Millwork Estimator is a full-time, on-site role based in Fair Haven, MI. This position is responsible for reviewing architectural drawings, specifications, and design intent to prepare accurate material takeoffs and detailed cost estimates for custom millwork projects. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing project scope, consulting with project managers, engineers, and shop personnel, and obtaining vendor and subcontractor pricing for specialized materials and finishes. The Millwork Estimator will prepare and present bid proposals, track estimate assumptions, and support budgeting, scheduling, and value engineering efforts. The role also involves maintaining organized estimate documentation, updating cost databases, and collaborating with clients and internal teams to ensure feasibility, quality, and profitability of each project.
Qualifications

• Ability to interpret architectural and millwork drawings, read specifications, and perform detailed material takeoffs.
• Strong estimating and analytical skills, including cost modeling, quantity surveying, and bid preparation for custom woodwork and finishes.
• Proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and general computer applications used for pricing, documentation, and reporting.
• Knowledge of millwork materials and fabrication processes, including hardwoods, veneers, laminates, solid surface, metals, glass, and specialty finishes.
• Experience collaborating with designers, architects, contractors, and shop teams to clarify scope, resolve design questions, and refine pricing.
• Solid organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple bids, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for preparing clear estimates, proposals, and client correspondence.
• Prior experience as a millwork estimator, project coordinator, or related role in architectural woodwork, construction, or interior fabrication.
• Understanding of construction sequencing, installation practices, and jobsite coordination for interior millwork projects.
• High attention to detail and commitment to