Entry-Level Estimator

Description

With over 40 years in business, we know a thing or two about selling ourselves—but we'd rather let our people, our craftsmanship, and our reputation do the talking.

For more than four decades, Connecticut Carpentry Group has delivered superior craftsmanship that meets real needs and transforms everyday spaces. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and precision drives everything we do, from concept to completion. We take pride in creating purposeful solutions that stand the test of time while making a lasting, positive impact for our customers, partners, and employees.

If you're looking to join a team that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous growth, we'd love to hear from you.

The Entry-Level Estimator is responsible for supporting the estimating department by preparing quantity takeoffs, organizing project documents, soliciting vendor pricing, assisting with bid preparation, and maintaining accurate project records.

This position is designed as the foundation for a long-term career within Connecticut Carpentry Group. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and motivated to develop a strong understanding of commercial millwork, construction documents, pricing, and project execution.

No previous estimating experience is required. We provide hands‑on training for individuals with strong organizational skills, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn. As knowledge and experience grow, employees will take on greater responsibility while becoming more involved in the planning and execution of projects.

• Review project drawings and specifications.
• Download and organize bid documents.
• Maintain drawing revisions and addenda.
• Identify architectural millwork scope.
• Assist in reviewing bid invitations.

• Measure cabinetry, countertops, wall panels, trim, shelving, casework, and miscellaneous millwork.
• Count doors, hardware, accessories, and specialty items.
• Verify dimensions using construction drawings.

• Assist in preparing project estimates.
• Enter quantities into estimating software and spreadsheets.
• Build preliminary material lists.
• Organize supplier quotations.
• Track pricing updates.

• Request pricing from suppliers.
• Follow up on outstanding quotes.
• Maintain vendor contact information.
• Compare supplier pricing.

• Maintain bid logs.
• Track bid due dates.
• Organize proposal folders.
• Prepare proposal packages.
• Assist with bid submissions.

• Maintain digital project files.
• Track RFIs.
• Organize revisions.
• Save customer correspondence.
• Maintain estimate history.

• Review new invitations to bid.
• Download project documents.
• Organize plans and specifications.
• Perform quantity takeoffs.
• Contact vendors.
• Update bid tracking spreadsheets.
• Prepare proposal documents.
• Assist senior estimators.
• Attend estimating meetings.
• Support project handoffs.

• Strong attention to detail
• Basic math skills
• Good written communication
• Organization
• Time management
• Problem-solving
• Ability to read measurements
• Computer proficiency
• Willingness to learn
• Positive attitude

• High school diploma or GED
• Construction experience preferred but not required
• Blueprint reading experience is helpful
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Ability to learn estimating software
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

• Maestro – cabinet vision
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Google Workspace
• Company estimating software
• PDF mark-up software

Learn:

• Company products
• Project types
• Drawing organization
• Filing systems
• Bid tracking
• Vendor contacts
• Material identification
• Basic quantity takeoffs

Goal:
Become proficient at organizing bid documents and completing simple takeoffs with supervision.

Learn:

• Reading architectural drawings
• Reviewing specifications
• Material pricing
• Hardware schedules
• Counter top estimating
• Cabinet estimating
• Proposal preparation

Goal:
Complete portions of estimates independently while supporting senior estimators.

Learn:

• Labor calculations
• Production assumptions
• Mate…