Estimator/Project Manager

Onni Group • Chicago, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Inline Drywall Illinois, Inc. is a union commercial drywall and carpentry contractor operating in the Chicago metropolitan area, self-performing metal stud framing, drywall, acoustic ceilings, rough and finish carpentry on ground-up and interior build-out commercial projects. The Estimator / Project Manager is a hybrid role responsible for both preparing competitive bid proposals and managing assigned projects through construction, providing full ownership of assigned work from initial bid through closeout.

Requirements

• 3+ years of combined estimating and project management experience in commercial construction, drywall/carpentry scope preferred
• Working knowledge of union labor agreements, CRCC experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, QuickBid, On-Screen Takeoff, MS Project/Procore, and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage competing priorities across preconstruction and active field operations
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare complete, competitive bid proposals for drywall and carpentry scopes
• Apply current CRCC wage and fringe benefit rates to labor estimates and solicit vendor/material pricing
• Transition awarded projects from estimate to execution, including buyout, subcontracts, and purchase orders
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and manpower plans in coordination with union Foremen
• Coordinate dispatch of union labor through the CRCC hiring hall as project needs require
• Track job costs, manage change orders, and prepare monthly billing (AIA G702/G703)
• Manage submittments, RFIs, and coordination with the general contractor, architect, and other trades
• Ensure compliance with the Company's safety program and applicable union agreements on active jobsites
• Maintain estimating and project documentation, including historical cost and productivity data

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health Saving Account
• Flexible Saving Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Discounted hotel stays in multiple locations through our Hospitality brand

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level