Estimator (Millwork Experienced)

Our client is a St Louis-based manufacturer of architectural woodwork, providing high quality custom fixtures and furnishings to high profile customers globally. This is an on-site, in-person position .
We are seeking an experienced Estimator who will be responsible for analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for multiple large-scale woodworking projects.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Reviews project drawings and documents to determine material, labor, and scope requirements, creating detailed itemized lists.
• Requests and processes vendor/subcontractor quotes, handles RFIs, and organizes quotes within project folders.
• Collaborates with clients, vendors, and designers to clarify project details, scope, and value engineering opportunities.
• Develops and submits proposals, including scope of work, bid forms, pricing breakdowns, and value engineering options.
• Maintains structured project folders and ensures all estimating data is properly stored for seamless project hand-off.
• Attends scope review meetings and assists project managers by identifying cost changes, preparing change orders, and updating budgets.
• Identifies general condition costs (travel, field expenses, permits, insurance, etc.) and ensures all project costs are accounted for before bid submission.
• Works with project management, engineering, production, and installation teams to align estimates with execution plans.
• Analyzes cost trends, recommends improvements to estimating procedures, and helps reduce variances between estimated and actual costs.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with vendors and customers to enhance project success and long-term partnerships.

• 4+ years of experience as a Estimator
• Experience within the millwork or woodworking industry is required
• Experience in the store fixture, point of purchase (POP), or exhibit industry is preferred
• Two-year degree, or higher, from a technical school or university, is required

• Competitive base salary ranging from $100-150k , negotiable based on your experience.
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement plan with generous company match.
• Paid time off is negotiable
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.