Job Description

We are working with a leading commercial specialty contractor specializing in drywall, acoustical ceilings, and interior systems across high-rise residential, healthcare, and institutional projects. They are seeking a skilled Drywall Estimator to play a key role in the preconstruction process, providing accurate cost estimates and strategic insight to support project success and company growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and contract documents to define full scope of drywall, metal stud framing, acoustical ceilings, and related interior systems.
• Perform precise take-offs for materials (gypsum board, metal studs, channels, finishing compounds, acoustic panels), labor, equipment, and subcontractor contributions.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including material pricing, labor rates, equipment costs, overhead, markups, and contingencies.
• Develop professional bid proposals with clear assumptions, exclusions, and value-engineering alternatives.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and field teams to ensure estimates reflect realistic productivity, logistics, and site conditions.
• Maintain and update internal estimating databases with labor rates, material costs, vendor quotes, and historical performance data.
• Present estimates during bid review meetings, clarifying assumptions and identifying risks or opportunities.
• Recommend value-engineering solutions to optimize cost or schedule while maintaining compliance and performance standards.
• Ensure estimates comply with all codes, safety regulations, fire ratings, acoustical performance standards, and contract requirements.
• Support post-bid efforts by helping project teams track performance against original estimates.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 3 years of experience estimating drywall, interior wall systems, acoustical ceilings, or related trades in commercial construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of drywall systems, metal stud framing, finishing levels, fire-rated assemblies, and acoustical ceiling components.
• Proficient with digital take-off and estimating software, plus strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for effectively explaining assumptions and methods to team members and leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of labor productivity standards, subcontractor market trends, and material cost fluctuations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred but not required.
• Motivated, dependable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative, high-performing estimating team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives tied to bid success and accuracy.
• Opportunity to work with a respected contractor recognized for quality, craftsmanship, and integrity .
• Exposure to a diverse range of complex commercial and institutional projects to strengthen technical and estimating expertise.
• Supportive, team-oriented culture emphasizing professional growth, innovation, and continuous improvement .
• Chance to make a meaningful impact within a stable, growing organization that values precision and collaboration.

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