Commercial Flooring Estimator

Mill Creek Commercial is seeking a detail-oriented Commercial Flooring Estimator to join our growing team. In this role, you will support our commercial flooring sales and operations teams by producing accurate and competitive estimates for a wide range of flooring and surface preparation projects, including education, healthcare, retail, multi-family, hospitality, and commercial construction projects. Your ability to interpret architectural plans, understand flooring systems, and manage project details will play a critical role in the success of our projects and customer partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze architectural drawings, finish schedules, specifications, and bid documents to create accurate flooring takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Estimate a variety of flooring scopes including carpet tile, broadloom carpet, luxury vinyl tile (LVT), sheet vinyl, rubber flooring, ceramic tile, polished concrete, resinous flooring, moisture mitigation, and related surface preparation systems.
• Collaborate with sales representatives, project managers, vendors, and customers to ensure complete and competitive proposals.
• Use industry-specific software and digital takeoff tools (such as RFMS, Measure, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar platforms) to perform accurate quantity surveys and project estimates.
• Review project specifications and identify potential challenges, exclusions, value engineering opportunities, and scope gaps.
• Track material pricing, labor trends, and product availability to ensure current and competitive estimates.
• Submit bid proposals in a timely and organized manner while meeting customer and internal deadlines.
• Assist with project turnover by reviewing awarded jobs with project management and operations teams for accuracy, scheduling, procurement, and installation readiness.
• Coordinate with manufacturers, subcontractors, and internal purchasing teams to confirm pricing, lead times, and product substitutions when necessary.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, revisions, project correspondence, and bid documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, general contractors, and internal teams to support long-term project success.

 

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial flooring, construction, or building materials industries preferred.
• Strong understanding of commercial flooring systems, construction documents, and project lifecycles.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, finish schedules, and technical specifications.
• Experience with flooring estimating software, takeoff platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent math, analytical, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of commercial flooring products, installation methods, and surface preparation practices is highly preferred.

Join our team and help build the future of commercial construction with Mill Creek Commercial.