Commercial Drywall & Acoustical Estimator

Commercial Drywall & Acoustical Estimator

Build Award-Winning Projects. Become an Employee-Owner.

Location: Crofton, Maryland (In Office) Salary: $115,000$140,000 + Performance Bonus + ESOP

Ready to Estimate Projects That Shape the Region?

If you're an experienced commercial drywall estimator looking for an opportunity where your expertise is respected, your work directly impacts the company's success, and you can share in that success through employee ownership, we'd like to meet you.

Tricon Construction has been a trusted specialty contractor throughout the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore region for more than 30 years. We partner with many of the area's premier general contractors on high-profile commercial construction projects, delivering exceptional drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, insulation, and specialty systems.

As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, every employee has the opportunity to become an owner and benefit from the long-term success of the business.

If you're looking for a stable company, outstanding leadership, challenging projects, and a collaborative team that values quality over shortcuts, this could be your next career move.

Why Join Tricon?

Become an Employee-Owner

Share in the company's long-term success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Estimate High-Profile Projects

Work on commercial construction projects valued at more than $10 million throughout the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore metropolitan region.

Stability You Can Count On

For over 30 years, Tricon has built a reputation for integrity, quality craftsmanship, and long-standing client relationships.

Collaborative Culture

You'll work alongside experienced estimators, project managers, field leaders, and executives who value teamwork and respect your expertise.

Competitive Compensation

• $115,000$140,000 annual salary
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Professional development opportunities

What You'll Do

You'll play a critical role in helping Tricon secure profitable commercial projects by preparing accurate, competitive estimates from concept through bid submission.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare quantity take-offs using OST and QuickBid
• Review plans, specifications, and bid documents
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and value engineering opportunities
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing
• Prepare RFIs and bid packages
• Analyze labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor costs
• Participate in bid strategy meetings
• Coordinate successful handoffs to Project Management
• Maintain complete estimating documentation
• Conduct post-project reviews to improve future estimating accuracy

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a seasoned estimator who enjoys solving complex challenges and takes pride in delivering accurate, competitive bids.

Ideal candidates will have:

• 5+ years of commercial drywall estimating experience
• Experience estimating:
• Commercial drywall
• Metal framing
• Acoustical ceilings
• Insulation
• Specialty wall and ceiling systems
• Experience bidding projects exceeding $10 million
• Strong blueprint reading and quantity take-off skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Preferred qualifications include:

• On-Screen Takeoff (OST)
• QuickBid
• Bluebeam Revu
• Microsoft Office
• Construction accounting software
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Degree in Construction Management or related field

About Tricon Construction

Founded in 1992, Tricon Construction has become one of the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore region's leading specialty contractors, specializing in commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and insulation systems.

Our reputation has been built on exceptional craftsmanship, outstanding customer service, competitive pricing, and long-term partnerships with some of the region's most respected general contractors.

At Tricon, our people are our greatest asset. We invest in our employees, recognize individual contributions, and foster a culture built on integrity, accountability, safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Ready to Build Something Bigger?

If you're an experienced commercial estimator looking for a long-term career with an award-winning, employee-owned company, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the next generation of commercial construction projects throughout the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore region.

Tricon is an Equal Opportunity Employer