Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are

Double L is a growing group of construction companies with diverse specialties and one shared purpose: building the future.

Our capabilities currently include drywall, acoustical ceilings, fireproofing, lightweight concrete, kitting, and plastering. As we continue to expand, we are looking for talented people who value accuracy, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary 

Double L is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Estimator with proven experience in drywall to support our growing construction businesses. The Estimator manages assigned opportunities throughout the bid lifecycle - from identifying and evaluating potential projects through preparing estimates, submitting bids, and following up with clients and internal stakeholders.

The successful candidate will review plans and specifications, develop accurate and competitive estimates, maintain complete bid records, and collaborate with Operations and company leadership to evaluate project scope, risk, and alignment with business objectives.

What We Offer

We believe the hiring process is a two-way conversation. In addition to the opportunity to grow with an expanding group of construction companies, Double L offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that currently includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage designed to be comparable to union health benefits
• Paid time off (including paid parental leave after one year of service)
• Bonus potential
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Weekly pay
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Optional employee-paid additional life insurance for employees, spouses, and eligible children

Principal Responsibilities:

Bid and Opportunity Management

• Collaborate with Operations to identify and track upcoming bidding opportunities.
• Enter and maintain bid opportunities in the company's bid-management system.
• Prepare, organize, and update bid documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain current records of bid status, scope, pricing, decisions, and follow-up activities.

Bid Review and Strategy

• Participate in weekly bid-review meetings with leadership.
• Help evaluate opportunities and support informed bid/no-bid decisions.
• Review outstanding bids and coordinate required follow-up.
• Assist leadership in evaluating project scope, schedule, risk, resource needs, and alignment with company goals.
• Recommend appropriate profit margins based on company guidelines, project characteristics, and delegated authority.

Estimating and Preconstruction

• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, scope documents, and other bid information to assess project feasibility and requirements.
• Prepare detailed project estimates in accordance with company standards.
• Conduct or participate in internal bid reviews for projects exceeding established size or risk thresholds.
• Protect confidential bid, pricing, customer, and company information.

Bid Submission and Client Coordination

• Prepare and submit complete bids accurately and by the required deadline.
• Confirm that bid forms, pricing, scope information, alternates, and supporting documents are complete before submission.
• Update the bid-management system with final pricing, scope details, submission information, and decisions.
• Participate in scope-review meetings with general contractors, clients, and internal Operations personnel.
• Follow up on submitted bids to determine status, support award decisions, and maintain client relationships.

Experience & Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to three years of drywall estimating, construction, preconstruction, project coordination, or related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scope documents, or the ability to develop this proficiency through training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to prioritize multiple bids and meet firm deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision while collaborating effectively with a team.