Estimator - Commercial Drywall & Metal Framing

AlphaHire • Austin, TX

21h

About The Position

We’re hiring a Commercial Estimator with direct experience pricing interior construction projects, particularly drywall, metal stud framing, acoustical ceilings, and flooring. The estimator will own the estimating process, translating construction plans into accurate project costs and competitive bids while coordinating with trade partners and internal teams.

The role covers project pricing for commercial drywall, metal framing, ceiling systems, flooring, and interior build-outs. It includes analyzing plans and bid documents, performing detailed quantity takeoffs, calculating labor and material costs, reviewing vendor and subcontractor proposals, and assembling bid submissions. The estimator will identify scope gaps and pricing risks, support budgets and change orders, coordinate with project stakeholders, maintain cost records, and transfer awarded estimates to project teams. The position also involves managing multiple estimates and improving estimating procedures and historical cost tracking.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of commercial estimating experience in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, or related interior construction trades.
• Direct experience estimating commercial interior construction projects.
• Strong understanding of drywall systems, metal stud assemblies, ceiling installations, flooring, and interior build-out methods.
• Ability to interpret architectural plans, specifications, contracts, and bid documentation.
• Proven experience performing quantity takeoffs and developing detailed project estimates.
• Ability to evaluate subcontractor bids, verify scope coverage, and resolve pricing discrepancies.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or comparable estimating tools.
• Knowledge of construction labor rates, material costs, equipment expenses, and subcontractor pricing.
• Strong numerical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication and close attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple bids and deliver accurate estimates under tight deadlines.
• High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Construction Management, Engineering, or related education.

Responsibilities

• Develop project pricing for commercial drywall, metal framing, ceiling systems, flooring, and interior build-outs.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, contract documents, and bid revisions to establish quantities and define the full scope of work.
• Calculate material requirements, labor hours, equipment expenses, and subcontractor costs through detailed quantity takeoffs.
• Flag missing scope, drawing conflicts, pricing inconsistencies, and potential budget exposure before bids are finalized.
• Request and review vendor and subcontractor proposals, compare pricing, and confirm all required work is covered.
• Assemble bid submissions with clear pricing breakdowns, scope descriptions, assumptions, exclusions, and alternate options.
• Identify cost-saving approaches and alternative materials or methods without compromising quality or specifications.
• Work with project managers, field personnel, general contractors, suppliers, and clients to resolve scope questions and validate pricing.
• Maintain cost databases, supplier pricing records, historical estimates, and organized bid files.
• Prepare preliminary budgets, negotiated pricing, change-order estimates, and revised bids as project requirements evolve.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walkthroughs, and post-bid discussions.
• Transfer awarded estimates to project teams with detailed cost breakdowns and documented scope assumptions.
• Manage several estimates simultaneously while meeting submission deadlines.
• Refine estimating procedures and historical cost tracking to improve pricing consistency and accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Steady pipeline of commercial interior construction projects.
• Opportunity to work on diverse drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceiling, and flooring projects.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED