What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator - Commercial Drywall & Metal Framing position at AlphaX?
We’re seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator with a background in interior construction, particularly drywall, metal stud framing, acoustical ceilings, and flooring. This role involves preparing accurate project estimates, developing competitive bids, and coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams throughout the preconstruction process.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare estimates and competitive bids for commercial drywall, metal framing, ceiling systems, flooring, and interior build-outs.
- Review blueprints, specifications, contracts, and bid revisions to determine project scope and quantities.
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and calculate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
- Identify scope gaps, drawing conflicts, pricing discrepancies, and potential budget risks before bid submission.
- Solicit and evaluate supplier and subcontractor proposals, compare pricing, and verify scope coverage.
- Prepare bid packages with detailed cost breakdowns, scope descriptions, assumptions, exclusions, and alternate options.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative materials or methods without compromising quality or specifications.
- Coordinate with project managers, field teams, general contractors, suppliers, and clients to clarify scope and validate pricing.
- Maintain cost databases, supplier pricing records, historical estimates, and organized bid documentation.
- Develop preliminary budgets, negotiated pricing, change-order estimates, and revised bids as project requirements change.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walkthroughs, and post-bid discussions.
- Transition awarded estimates to project teams with detailed cost breakdowns and documented assumptions.
- Manage multiple estimates while meeting bid submission deadlines.
- Improve estimating procedures and historical cost tracking to maintain pricing accuracy and consistency.
- 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 is required.
- Strong knowledge of drywall systems, metal stud assemblies, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and interior build-out methods.
- Ability to interpret architectural plans, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
- Proven experience performing quantity takeoffs and preparing detailed estimates.
- Ability to evaluate subcontractor bids, verify scope coverage, and resolve pricing discrepancies.
- Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or comparable estimating software.
- Knowledge of construction labor rates, material costs, equipment expenses, and subcontractor pricing.
- Strong numerical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple bids and deliver accurate estimates under tight deadlines.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Education in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- 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.
- Exposure to diverse drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceiling, and flooring projects.
- Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.