Drywall Estimator II

Job DescriptionPerformance Contracting is seeking an experienced Drywall Estimator for its PCI New England 586 operations based in Boston, MA. This individual will be responsible for estimating projects involved in drywall, framing, acoustics, and interior finishes.Job responsibilities include:Perform quantitative takeoffs on construction projectsEstablish labor productivities for estimateMaintain positive relationships with area vendors for competitive material and equipment pricingSolicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-performing groupUnderstand the market conditions including competitive approach, backlog, level or risk for work, and other factors for establishing margin percentagesInvolvement in internal bid reviews with supervisors and project teamsParticipate in customer alignment objectives by creating and maintaining positive customer relationsContract administration for secured projectsUtilize wage and benefit schedulesHand off secured projects to the Operations teamAssist in other duties as assigned such as change order management or billings depending on the project(s)Support other members of the Estimating team for product line collaboration This position is safety sensitive.Salary range is between $86,000 - $126,000, depending on experience.Basic RequirementsMust have at least 2 years’ experience estimating construction projects Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of constructionStrong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methodsHas a record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationshipsExcellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skillsPossess a high level of attention to detail and cost analysis skillsAbility to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of workProficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick BidProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwiftMust have a sharp understanding of estimating techniques and the bidding process Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independentlyAbility to learn new skills by engaging in technical job functions and applying new skills as they’re learnedPossess critical-thinking and problem-solving skillsPreferred RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline Experience with drywall, framing, acoustics, and interior finishes on commercial projects.OSHA certificationExperience working with union representativesLocal to the Boston, MA area. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.JobFamilyEstimating and Bus DevelopmentJobFunctionEstimatingPayTypeSalary