Project Estimator (Kitchen Cabinets Knowledge)

Company Description Contempo Cabinetry specializes in contemporary framed cabinetry designed for modern living. The company offers a wide range of styles, materials, and finishes to meet diverse aesthetic and functional needs. Contempo focuses on delivering high-quality craftsmanship and design-forward solutions for residential and commercial spaces. Team members collaborate closely with clients, designers, and contractors to bring customized cabinetry concepts to life. The work environment values precision, creativity, and attention to detail.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Project Estimator role based in Saddle Brook, NJ, with a focus on kitchen cabinetry projects. The Project Estimator will review plans, drawings, and specifications to prepare accurate material takeoffs and cost estimates for framed cabinetry. Daily responsibilities include analyzing project requirements, preparing bids and proposals, updating budgets, and tracking cost changes throughout the project lifecycle. The role involves coordinating with sales, design, and production teams to clarify scope, pricing, and timelines, as well as communicating with clients and contractors to address questions and revisions. The Project Estimator will also maintain estimating tools and databases, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support project planning and scheduling.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare complete and accurate estimates for commercial and multi-unit cabinetry projects


• Review architectural plans, project specifications, and bid documents to determine scope and pricing requirements


• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, and related project components


• Coordinate with internal departments including sales, design, engineering, and operations throughout the estimating process


• Assist in the review and coordination of shop drawings as needed


• Identify scope gaps, pricing risks, and value engineering opportunities


• Maintain clear and organized records of bids, proposals, pricing worksheets, and estimate backup


• Utilize advanced Excel skills to create, manage, and analyze estimate worksheets, bid comparisons, and pricing models

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction, cabinetry, and estimating


• Experience with commercial and multi-unit residential projects


• Advanced Excel proficiency


• Strong ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents


• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail


• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with takeoffs


• Experience with shop drawings


• Engineering experience or related technical knowledge


• Proficiency in AutoCAD


• Experience with 2020 Design



About the Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, organized, and dependable, with a strong understanding of construction estimating and cabinetry systems. This individual should be comfortable working with technical documentation, coordinating across departments, and contributing meaningfully to both the estimating and preconstruction process.

Benefits

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person