Chief Estimator - Union Commercial Drywall

gpac; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 150 000 - 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Résumé du poste

GPAC is seeking an experienced Chief Estimator in Boston to lead the estimating team for a well-established commercial drywall and interior finishes contractor. You will oversee bids for large union projects, drive profitability, and collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate, competitive estimates.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in commercial drywall estimating with union experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in OST/Quick Bid, Bluebeam, and PlanSwift.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial drywall estimating experience with leadership experience.
• Union commercial drywall experience is required.
• Experience estimating large-scale commercial projects such as healthcare, education, hospitality, multifamily, or government.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage the estimating department, including workload, deadlines, and bid strategy.
• Prepare and oversee detailed estimates for drywall, metal framing, ceilings, and interior systems.
• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and contract documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor and material costs.
• Develop competitive bids while maintaining margins and profitability.
• Mentor estimators and establish estimating procedures.
• Collaborate with project management, operations, purchasing, and leadership.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Analyze scopes, identify risks, and develop allowances and exclusions.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and scope reviews.
• Maintain relationships with contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Ensure estimates comply with union labor agreements and wage requirements.

Connaissances

Leadership

Estimating experience

Contract negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Outils

OST/Quick Bid

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

Description du poste

GPAC is seeking an experienced Chief Estimator in Boston to lead the estimating team for a well-established commercial drywall and interior finishes contractor. You will oversee bids for large union projects, drive profitability, and collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate, competitive estimates.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in commercial drywall estimating with union experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in OST/Quick Bid, Bluebeam, and PlanSwift.