Drywall Estimator

Job Title: Senior Drywall Estimator Job Summary: As a seasoned Senior Drywall Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in our construction projects by accurately estimating costs associated with drywall installations for commercial buildings. Your expertise will ensure that our projects are competitively priced, profitable, and executed efficiently. Proficiency in software, including OST (OnScreen Takeoff), QuickBid, Bluebeam, Planswift, or similar tools, is essential. Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and building codes is also required. 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 take-offs electronically with OST/Quick-Bid * Process change order requests in a timely and efficient manner * Collaborate closely with Superintendents and Foremen to provide job information as needed * Prepare bid packages, including clearly-defined qualifications and clarifications * Demonstrate 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 * Maintain a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned * Consistently follow up on submitted bids and budgets with clients * Develop and maintain a network of architects, 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 and bid estimates * Negotiate with vendors to obtain the best prices and quality of work possible * Apply value engineering to increase profitability of jobs and competitiveness of bids * Research options for materials, equipment, and obtain multiple quotes * Provide timely and polite responses to potential clients and other important parties with questions and/or information requests Benefits: * Competitive salary commensurate with experience, starting at $75,000 * Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans * HYBRID work schedule available If you are a proactive and results-driven individual with a passion for leading projects to success, we encourage you to apply.

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