Senior Drywall Estimator
2 weeks ago
Sedona, Arizona, United States
gpac
Full time
Job Title: Senior Drywall EstimatorWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Drywall Estimator to join our team at GPAC. As a key member of our construction team, you will play a crucial role in accurately estimating costs associated with drywall installations for commercial buildings.
Responsibilities:- Estimate and bid commercial projects with precision and accuracy
- Conduct thorough research and gather data to fully understand project specifications
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of material costs, labor costs, and production rates
- Perform takeoffs electronically using OST/Quick-Bid software
- Process change order requests efficiently
- Collaborate closely with Superintendents and Foremen to provide job information as needed
- Prepare bid packages, including clearly-defined qualifications and clarifications
- Show creativity and resourcefulness to win jobs
- Submit 100% of bids and budgets by the deadline
- Review bid requirements thoroughly and ask follow-up questions as needed
- Have a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned
- Consistently follow up on submitted bids and budgets with clients and/or general contractors
- Maintain a network of architects, general contractors, property managers, and individual clients to help attain and close business
- Review budgets with Superintendents/Foremen and highlight areas of concern
- Attend job walks when requested
- Review estimates of staff before bids go out
- Prepare production quantities/bid estimates
- Negotiate with vendors to obtain the best prices and quality of work possible
- Use value engineering to increase profitability of jobs and competitiveness of bids
- Research options for materials, equipment, and obtain multiple quotes
- Assist potential clients, general contractors, and other important parties with questions and/or information requests in a timely and polite manner
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, starting at $75,000. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans are also provided. A hybrid work schedule is available.
If you are a proactive and results-driven individual with a passion for leading projects to success, we encourage you to apply.