Estimator - Commercial Drywall & Metal Framing

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator with strong expertise in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and commercial interior construction . This position will take ownership of the estimating process from initial bid invitation through final proposal and project handoff.

The ideal candidate understands commercial interior construction in detail and can independently manage takeoffs, scope reviews, subcontractor and vendor pricing, bid leveling, cost analysis, and proposal preparation . This is a hands-on estimating role for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed estimates for commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related interior construction scopes.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, addenda, contracts, and bid documents to determine complete project scope.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Analyze plans and specifications to identify scope gaps, conflicts, exclusions, and potential cost risks.
• Solicit, review, compare, and level vendor and subcontractor proposals.
• Develop accurate material, labor, subcontractor, and project cost pricing.
• Prepare complete bid proposals with detailed scope summaries, clarifications, exclusions, assumptions, alternates, and pricing.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and recommend cost-effective alternatives when appropriate.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, field leadership, suppliers, subcontractors, general contractors, and clients to clarify scope and pricing.
• Maintain historical pricing, estimating databases, bid logs, vendor information, and project documentation.
• Assist with conceptual budgets, negotiated bids, change-order pricing, and revisions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, post-bid reviews, and scope discussions as needed.
• Provide detailed estimate breakdowns and scope information during project turnover to the operations team.
• Track multiple active bids and ensure proposals are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
• Contribute to improving estimating procedures, pricing accuracy, and internal estimating processes.

Requirements

• 3+ years of commercial estimating experience in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, or related interior construction.
• Required: Direct experience estimating commercial interior construction projects.
• Strong understanding of drywall, metal framing, ceilings, flooring, and commercial interior construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents.
• Proven experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs and preparing complete commercial bids.
• Experience soliciting, analyzing, and leveling subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift , or similar estimating/takeoff software.
• Strong understanding of labor, material, subcontractor, and equipment costs.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple bids, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Degree or formal education in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Stable pipeline of commercial interior construction projects.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial drywall and interior construction projects.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.