Commercial Millwork Estimator

Commercial Millwork Estimator

Charlotte, NC

Are you an experienced estimator with a background in commercial millwork, cabinetry, and architectural casework? Join a growing team where you"ll play a critical role in delivering accurate, competitive estimates for high-profile commercial projects while working alongside project management, engineering, and operations teams.

What You"ll Be Doing

• Review architectural drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project addenda.
• Perform detailed takeoffs for commercial millwork, cabinetry, casework, countertops, trim, wall panels, and custom woodwork.
• Develop accurate material, labor, installation, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Identify scope gaps, project risks, exclusions, and discrepancies before bid submission.
• Solicit, analyze, and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Prepare competitive proposals and manage multiple bid opportunities simultaneously.
• Partner with Project Management, Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to ensure seamless project handoff after award.
• Maintain estimate records and project information within an ERP-driven environment.

What We"re Looking For

Experience estimating commercial millwork, architectural casework, cabinetry, or related construction projects

Strong ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications

Proven experience with detailed takeoffs, material quantification, and cost estimating

Bluebeam or similar takeoff software experience

Strong Excel and overall computer proficiency

Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with INNERGY ERP

Experience with Cabinet Vision

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a respected and growing commercial millwork organization
• Work on diverse, high-impact commercial construction projects
• Collaborate with experienced industry professionals
• Opportunity to leverage both technical and analytical expertise while contributing directly to project success

If you"re passionate about estimating, have a keen eye for detail, and enjoy turning complex plans into winning bids, we"d love to connect.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.