Drywall Estimator

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Job description

Job Description: As a Commercial Drywall Senior Estimator with 5-25 years (minimum) of experience, you will play a pivotal role in our construction projects by accurately estimating costs associated with drywall installations for commercial buildings. Your expertise will ensure that our projects are competitively priced, profitable, and executed efficiently. Proficiency in software should include OST (OnScreen Takeoff), QuickBid, Bluebeam, Planswift, or similar tools. Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and building codes.

Responsibilities:

Estimate and bid commercial projects

Research and gather data to fully understand project specifications

Build and maintain ongoing and up to date knowledge of material costs, labor costs and production rates

Perform take offs electronically with OST/Quick-Bid

Process change order requests

Work closely with Superintendents and Foremen; provide job information as necessary

Prepare bid packages, including clearly-defined qualifications & clarifications

Show creativity and resourcefulness to win jobs

Submit 100% of bids and budgets by the deadline

Review bid requirements thoroughly and asks follow-up question on every bid as needed

Have a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned

Consistently follows up on submitted bids and budgets with client

Maintain knowledge and network of architects, property managers, and individual clients to help in attaining and closing business

Review budget with Superintendents/Foremen and highlight any areas of concern

Attend job walks when requested

Review estimates of staff before bids go out

Prepare production quantities/bid estimates

Discuss and negotiate with vendors in order to obtain the best prices and quality of work possible

Use value engineering to increase profitability of jobs and increase competitiveness of bid

Research options for materials, equipment and obtain multiple quotes

Assist potential clients and other important parties with questions and/or information requests in a timely and polite manner, ensuring a positive working relationship

Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, starting salary $75,000 - $120.000 (max). Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans. HYBRID work schedule available!

If you are a proactive and results-driven individual with a passion for leading projects to success, we encourage you to apply and join our team. For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Mark Marez directly at . Resumes may be confidentially sent to .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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