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Project Estimator

Five Star Drywall, Inc
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2025

Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Project Estimator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction estimating and project support, with the ability to collaborate effectively, negotiate confidently, and build lasting relationships with clients and subcontractors.

This is a key position responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates—essential to evaluating project profitability and maintaining the company’s desired backlog of work.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with project managers to establish project budgets and schedules.
  • Negotiate pricing and contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Review and analyze blueprints, specifications, and related documentation to prepare accurate time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports, including breakdowns of labor, materials, and overhead costs.
  • Track and monitor project costs throughout the lifecycle to ensure adherence to budget.
  • Maintain organized, up-to-date records of estimates and revisions for future reference.
  • Utilize estimating software (such as STACK) to develop detailed cost breakdowns.

Experience & Qualifications

  • 2 years’ experience in construction project estimating (drywall preferred).
  • Associate’s degree in construction is preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office software environments.
  • Proficiency with estimating software (STACK preferred).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills with a track record of successful contract management.
  • Ability to read contract documents, including architectural drawings and specifications.
  • Must be detail oriented.
  • Familiarity with project management principles and practices.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills with a track record of successful contract management.
  • Highly motivated, self-driven, and effective in team collaboration.
  • Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficient in the English language.

Education and Experience

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • 2 years of experience as a construction/drywall estimator required.
  • Computer Skills, including work with various estimating programs (Stack is preferred), Microsoft Word & excel.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.00 per week

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25

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