Millwork Senior Estimator

D. Reis Furniture Manufacturing is a local furniture manufacturing corporation with a strong history in New York & Long Island and has been in business since 1986. As our company has grown, our needs continue to evolve to keep pace with the ever-changing needs of our clients. One constant value that is woven throughout our history is our focus on teamwork- we believe communication and collaboration drive our efficiency and overall productivity.

We are seeking an experienced, on-site Millwork Estimator will join our growing team based in our Mineola, New York (Nassau County). This position offers substantial growth opportunities within our growing business in Long Island and NYC. The Estimator is responsible for the production of proposals for qualified projects.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review the bid documents to establish a thorough understanding of the project scope and requirements
• Cultivate contractor relationships, pitch value-engineering solutions, proactively follow up on open bids to secure contracts, and negotiate change orders
• Solicit and evaluate supplier quotes to ensure competitive material pricing and reliable lead times
• Interact with Contractors/Architect/Designer/Owner Rep throughout bid process and generate RFI's
• Interact with proposed subcontractors throughout bid process
• Prepares in-house scope of work and cost estimates for all millwork related items
• Prepares Request for Proposals for subcontractors on Company bid list
• Prepares outline of project schedule
• Qualify subcontractor bids and reconcile with in-house estimate
• Review and confirm that subcontractor bids include the complete scope of work
• Assists with maintenance of Company subcontractor database and historical cost database
• Participates in project hand-off meeting and coordinates with Project Management Team;
• Assists with maintenance of bid documents log and archive;

Qualifications:

• 10+ years related work experience including custom millwork experience and estimatimg sales
• Proficient in understanding architectural drawings required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (advanced knowledge of Excel and MS project as well as plan reading software such as Bluebeam
• Attention to detail, excellent interpersonal, written, mathematical and verbal communication skills
• 5+ years AutoCAD experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction, Architecture or Engineering preferred.
• Drafting experience and knowledge a plus.