Job Description Summary:
Responsible for the overall planning and management of drywall self-perform estimating activities, including preparing, analyzing, and presenting detailed cost estimates for framing, hanging, taping, and finishing scopes on commercial construction projects.
Job Description:
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Perform all standard Estimator responsibilities with a focus on Drywall, metal framing, insulation and acoustical ceilings.
- Review project plans, specifications, and requirements to fully understand the self-perform drywall scope.
- Prepare detailed and accurate quantity takeoffs, labor productivity analysis, and material pricing for drywall-related scopes.
- Evaluate and coordinated subcontractor and supplier quotes for materials such as drywall, framing and finishes.
- Determine labor rates, crew compositions, and equipment costs for self-perform field teams.
- Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates during preconstruction and at various design stages.
- Maintain and meet bidding schedules, ensuring timely submission of estimates and proposals.
- Prepare and submit material requisitions and purchase requests for drywall self-perform work.
- Collaborate with the Project Manager and Field Superintendent to review takeoffs, labor budgets, and constructability before bid submission.
- Manage and secure all bid documents, drawings, and quote letters relevant to the drywall scope.
- Participate in bid day preparation, verifying the accuracy of pricing and quantities.
- Support field teams post-award with clarifications, budget breakdowns, and scope handoffs.
- perform post-bid buyouts and material analysis to confirm pricing and delivery logistics.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors in the drywall and building materials market.
- Mentor and assist junior estimators or team members, sharing best practices in drywall estimating and project budgeting.
- Complete other duties as assigned in support of the Self-Perform team's estimating and operational goals.
MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years Commercial Drywall Estimating experience
• Proficient with OST (On Screen Takeoff), QuickBid and Bluebeam
• Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
• Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations
• Working knowledge of construction costs and principles
• Ability foster a collaborative work environment by actively engaging with team members sharing, and supporting collective goals to achieve high-quality results.
• Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
