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Nicholas C.

Architectural Millwork Estimator | Cost Estimating & Takeoffs

I am an architectural millwork estimator with more than 14 years of experience estimating custom millwork and high-end residential projects. I specialize in detailed quantity takeoffs, scope development, cost estimating, and independent estimate review from architectural drawings and specifications. My approach goes beyond simply counting items. A good takeoff should organize the project, clearly define the scope being carried, identify gaps or ambiguities, and provide a solid foundation for accurate pricing and project execution. I can assist with: • Architectural millwork and cabinetry quantity takeoffs • Scope development and organization • Cost estimating using your company’s labor rates, material costs, productivity factors, and pricing structure • Conceptual and budget estimating based on defined project assumptions • Independent estimate and bid review • Scope gaps, qualifications, and clarifications • Proposal and bid preparation I have extensive experience with custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, paneling, doors, and specialty interior woodwork. I can adapt takeoffs and estimate organization to match your company’s terminology and workflow, work within your existing estimating template, or develop pricing using established project parameters. I currently use ZZTakeoff for quantity takeoffs and also have extensive experience with PlanSwift and Bluebeam Revu. Whether you need a detailed takeoff, help developing a project budget, or an experienced second set of eyes on an existing estimate, my goal is to provide methodical, accurate work that clearly communicates what is—and is not—being carried.

🇺🇸Long Beach, United States$65/hr100% JSSSince Sep 2026

Earnings and projects

MRR
$3.3k

Last 6 months ÷ 2.1 months active (since Sep 2026)

World#10,754 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#3,020 / 62.1k
Revenue, last 30 days
$1.9k

Last 6 months: $7.1k

World#22,510 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#4,481 / 62.1k
Total earnings
$7.2k

Billed in all: $7.5k

World#224,484 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#35,619 / 62.1k
Per project
$7.2k

$7.1k in the last 6 months

World#23,740 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#3,909 / 62.1k
Projects, last 6 months
1
0% fixed100% hourly
World#128,092 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#16,472 / 62.1k
Projects in all
1
0% fixed100% hourly
World#360,671 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#53,151 / 62.1k

Earnings, last 30 days

$7.5k+$1.9k earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$5k$6k$7k$8kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 3% in Cost Analysis

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

  1. #4Job Costing116 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #2Top 3%
  2. #5Pre-Construction157 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #2Top 3%
  3. #7Project Proposal225 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #4Top 3%
  4. #8Cost Analysis305 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #5Top 3%
  5. #13Bill of Quantity390 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #2Top 3%
  6. #14Manufacturing & Construction364 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #6Top 4%
  7. #20Cost Estimate566 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #6Top 4%
  8. #20PlanSwift555 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #2Top 4%