Construction Estimator - Drywall, Acoustical & Flooring

Job Description

Job Description

We’re seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for commercial interior construction projects, with a focus on drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related interior finishes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and interior construction projects.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents to determine project scope and pricing.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and calculate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Develop competitive estimates using project requirements, market pricing, historical costs, and labor projections.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes, compare proposals, and verify scope coverage.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, overlapping work, constructability issues, and potential cost risks.
• Prepare bid proposals with itemized pricing, scope descriptions, assumptions, exclusions, clarifications, and alternatives.
• Evaluate value-engineering opportunities and recommend cost-effective solutions that maintain quality and project requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, field teams, subcontractors, suppliers, general contractors, and clients to clarify scope and pricing.
• Maintain estimating records, historical cost databases, vendor information, and bid tracking logs.
• Monitor labor rates, material prices, subcontractor quotes, and market trends.
• Prepare preliminary budgets, negotiated bids, change-order estimates, and pricing revisions.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, post-bid reviews, and scope clarification discussions.
• Provide detailed estimates, cost breakdowns, and scope documentation during project handoff.
• Manage multiple bids and ensure accurate, timely proposal submissions.
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating processes and pricing accuracy.

Requirements

• 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Hands-on estimating experience with drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, commercial flooring, or related interior finish trades is required.
• Strong knowledge of commercial interior construction methods, materials, installation sequencing, labor requirements, and cost structures.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, budgeting, and commercial bid preparation.
• Experience evaluating, comparing, and leveling subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar estimating software.
• Strong understanding of labor rates, material costs, subcontractor pricing, and equipment expenses.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify scope omissions, pricing discrepancies, and cost risks.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and competing deadlines.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Consistent pipeline of commercial interior construction projects.
• Diverse projects involving drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and interior finishes.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Long-term career growth potential.