Fabrication Estimator - EcoCuts
Location: West Haven, CT
Schedule:
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | On-SiteAbout EcoCutsEcoCuts is the custom fabrication division of EcoSupply, specializing in CNC machining and fabrication using premium architectural materials with a focus on sustainability. At EcoCuts, we're building more than custom fabrication projects—we're helping architects, designers, builders, and homeowners create beautiful, sustainable spaces by providing innovative materials, exceptional craftsmanship, and best-in-business customer experiences. The EcoCuts Estimator role will utilize materials distributed by EcoSupply. You can see more here: ecosupplycenter.com
The Opportunity:
We want to hire someone who will grow EcoCuts revenue, profitability, performance, safety measures, quality of fabrication, and the professional development and expansion of the team. This is a commercial millwork estimating position.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead the day-to-day operations of the EcoCuts fabrication division, ensuring projects are estimated, designed, produced and delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Build, develop and manage a high-performing fabrication team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, craftsmanship, continuous improvement and workplace satisfaction.
- Produce job quotes for all incoming projects (including but not limited to labor, material takeoffs, and shipping costs).Receive and manage incoming telephone and email inquiries regarding potential jobs, technical questions, and RFQs.
- Work with architects and clients as a subject matter expert to address design and fabrication questions.
- Work with the Operations Manager to manage production planning, scheduling, inventory, and equipment maintenance.
- Develop and strengthen relationships with architects, designers, builders, manufacturers, homeowners, and strategic partners to help grow the business.
- Identify opportunities to improve operations, expand fabrication capabilities, develop proprietary products, and drive business growth.
- Champion workplace safety, quality standards, and operational excellence across every aspect of the business.
- Maintain and develop fabrication, care and maintenance, and installation manuals for all our product lines.
- What You'll Bring
- Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in woodworking and estimating, CNC operations, and programming and the operation of common tools and equipment
- Experience developing, leading and managing high-performing teams within a custom furniture fabrication, millwork, woodworking or related environment
- Hands-on expertise in millwork techniques
- Ability to interpret architectural drawings and technical documents
- Excellent millwork estimating skills
- Exceptional cost control and budgeting skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and delegate when necessary
- Passion for working closely with customers to achieve exceptional rates of customer satisfaction
- Desire and creativity to design and bring to market lines of custom products using sustainable building materials
- Eagerness to learn and develop new skillsOSHA 10 and/or forklift certification, or a willingness to become certified, is a plus.
- The ideal candidate will have experience with—or the ability to quickly learn—the business processes and technology platforms that support a modern fabrication operation, including HubSpot, QuickBooks, Excel, or similar platforms.
What Success Looks Like:
Build a business that consistently delivers exceptional customer experiences while operating safely, efficiently, and profitably.
Improve operational efficiency through development of scalable processes and clear workflows.
Strengthen customer relationships and grow EcoCuts' reputation for quality and service.
Increase revenue and profitability while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship.
Expand fabrication capabilities and support the development of new products and services.
On-site sales and client interaction
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Quarterly performance bonus tied to company and division performance.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Professional development and training opportunities.
