Commercial Casework Estimator (Tacoma, WA)

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Commercial Casework Estimator (Tacoma, WA)

Pay: $80,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

This position is open due to growth and expansion in new markets! Frontier Door and Cabinet is a premier provider of interior and exterior door products and high-quality cabinets for the commercial construction industry. With nearly 30 years of experience, we are the leader in commercial and multi-family residential doors, cabinets, and hardware. Our strong commitment to excellence, transparency, integrity, and respect guides everything we do. At our core, we value excellence, transparency, integrity, and respect—and it shows in everything we do. We’ve built a collaborative workplace where your ideas matter, your growth is encouraged, and continuous improvement is part of the journey. Join us in delivering innovative products and exceptional service from start to finish. We move fast, thrive on challenges, and promise one thing—no two days here are ever the same!

The Commercial Casework Estimator is responsible for developing accurate cost calculations to determine project pricing and profitability for the manufacture and installation of cabinets, casework, doors, frames, hardware, and millwork. This position plays a critical role in preparing competitive bids and proposals for projects across a range of commercial sectors, including multi-story developments, education, office, and government facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and interpret architectural blueprints and specifications related to cabinet and casework layout and design.
Scale drawings and prepare detailed material take-offs for accurate bidding and pricing.
Verify material and hardware costs, availability, and lead times.
Identify and propose value engineering options to optimize cost and performance.
Prepare and submit detailed quotations, bids, and cost breakdowns for work to be performed.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineering, Sales, and Operations to ensure complete and accurate estimates.
Assist in creating technical reports, subcontracts, purchase orders, project updates, and proposals.
Identify and resolve deviations from proposals, including scope, specifications, or pricing.
Maintain a strong understanding of industry vendors, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Support bid preparation for new contracts and assist buyers with sourcing and procurement needs.
Maintain consistent and dependable attendance, with flexibility to accommodate project deadlines and dynamic schedules.
Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required.
Associate degree in a technical or construction-related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years of experience in commercial estimating, preferably within cabinetry, millwork, or construction manufacturing.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, and project specifications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word; experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or CRM software is a plus.
Knowledge of the commercial construction industry, estimating practices, and project management concepts.
Familiarity with woodworking materials, cabinet components, and related hardware.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and build positive working relationships across teams.
Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to shifting priorities and deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with sound professional judgment.
A sense of urgency and passion for customer and company satisfaction.
Ability to meet deadlines and deliver accurate estimates under pressure.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standing approximately 8-10 hours, 5 days a week, depending on business need. May be required to work 6 days/week depending on business needs.
Use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, particularly reading that may be very fine print.
The employee will regularly be twisting, bending, squatting, pushing, and moving or lifting 10-15 pounds. The employee will frequently lift and/or move 10-25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Conveyance systems are available to move cabinet/drawer pieces as well.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Frontier Door and Cabinet’s Safety Program and all established safety rules must be followed, and equipment used where required.

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