Construction Estimator - Drywall, Acoustical & Flooring

AlphaX•Pensacola, FL

About The Position

The Construction Estimator develops accurate cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial interior finish projects, including drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and flooring. The role coordinates with subcontractors, suppliers, project teams, general contractors, and clients from initial plan review through final bid submission. It also prepares preliminary budgets, negotiated proposals, change-order estimates, and revised bids as project requirements evolve, while managing multiple estimates and maintaining organized bid records and cost data.

Requirements

At least 3 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
Hands-on estimating experience with drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, commercial flooring, or related interior finish trades.
Strong understanding of interior construction materials, installation methods, labor requirements, sequencing, and cost structures.
Ability to interpret architectural plans, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents.
Experience with quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, budgeting, and commercial bid preparation.
Ability to evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals and identify pricing or scope discrepancies.
Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or comparable estimating software.
Knowledge of construction labor rates, material pricing, equipment expenses, and subcontractor costs.
Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify omissions, pricing errors, and financial risks.
Ability to manage multiple bids and competing deadlines.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare estimates for commercial drywall, metal framing, ceiling systems, flooring, and related interior finish installations.
Review blueprints, specifications, contracts, and bid revisions to determine project quantities and scope.
Perform quantity takeoffs and calculate labor hours, material requirements, equipment expenses, and subcontractor costs.
Develop estimates using supplier pricing, labor rates, historical project costs, and market conditions.
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals, compare pricing, and verify scope coverage.
Identify missing work, trade conflicts, exclusions, installation challenges, and potential budget risks before bid submission.
Prepare bid packages with itemized costs, scope definitions, assumptions, exclusions, clarifications, and alternate pricing.
Recommend cost-saving materials and installation methods while maintaining project specifications and quality standards.
Coordinate with project managers, field teams, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to resolve scope and pricing questions.
Maintain organized bid records, vendor contacts, historical cost data, and estimating databases.
Monitor changes in labor costs, material pricing, subcontractor rates, and industry trends.
Prepare preliminary budgets, negotiated proposals, change-order estimates, and revised bids as project requirements evolve.
Attend pre-bid meetings, conduct site visits, and participate in post-bid reviews.
Provide detailed cost breakdowns and documented scope assumptions during project handoff.
Manage multiple estimates while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
Improve estimating procedures and cost-tracking methods to strengthen consistency and efficiency.