Commercial Drywall Estimator

Solid Rock Recruiting•Chester, PA

About The Position

Solid Rock Recruiting is conducting a confidential search for an Estimator to join a commercial carpentry contractor’s Estimating and Sales Team. The Estimator develops detailed, accurate estimates and complete bid deliverables, supports customers through the post-bid process, and collaborates with company leadership and operations. Success is measured by contracts awarded, estimating productivity, and the ability to maintain strong customer relationships. The role manages multiple opportunities and ensures bids are accurate, organized, complete, and submitted on time. It also supports the transition of awarded projects from estimating to operations. Company information will be shared with qualified candidates during the recruiting process.

Requirements

One to four years of experience with OST/Quik Bid, Buzz Bid, or similar estimating software.
General contractor estimating experience.
Strong computer and software proficiency.
Ability to read, analyze, and understand construction plans and specifications.
Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proven ability to develop strong customer relationships.
Ability to manage multiple estimates and competing deadlines.
High school diploma or GED required.
Goal-oriented, self-motivated, organized, thorough, attentive to detail, adaptable, resourceful, comfortable working under pressure, open to learning, and able to prioritize work by urgency and importance.

Nice To Haves

Construction or carpentry field experience.
Project management experience.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, building science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Review the estimating calendar and confirm bid dates with customers.
Review project plans, specifications, and RFP requirements in depth.
Complete detailed takeoffs for estimate development.
Obtain material and subcontractor pricing from vendors.
Review and compare pricing for accuracy and completeness.
Incorporate direct costs, indirect costs, support costs, and overhead into estimates.
Determine appropriate labor production rates for estimated work.
Prepare accurate, professional, and complete RFP deliverables.
Participate in peer checks, bid reviews, and estimate presentations with management.
Follow up regularly with customers to obtain bid results.
Maintain positive relationships with customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
Track bid wins, losses, volume, and contract awards.
Organize contract documents, drawings, estimates, and project files.
Overlay revised drawings in OST and identify changes between plan sets.
Participate in project turnover meetings with management and operations.
Support post-bid questions, scope reviews, and customer requests.