Chief / Senior Drywall Estimator

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based incentives

Full benefits package

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking a Chief / Senior Estimator in Springfield, MA, for a commercial drywall contractor. This pivotal role involves leading estimating efforts, managing bid strategies, and mentoring junior team members. Candidates should have a strong background in drywall estimating, experience with large bids, and proficiency in estimating software like On-Screen Takeoff. This leadership position offers competitive compensation, performance incentives, and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong background in commercial drywall estimating.
• Experience handling large, complex bids and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and elevate an estimating function.
• Deep understanding of labor, material, and market pricing.
• Strong attention to detail with a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead all estimating efforts for commercial drywall and interiors projects.
• Review drawings, specs, and bid documents to develop accurate estimates.
• Build and oversee detailed proposals and ensure complete scope coverage.
• Manage bid strategy, pricing approach, and risk analysis.
• Work closely with ownership and operations to align estimating with company goals.
• Mentor and support junior estimators or team members as needed.
• Stay current on labor, material, and market conditions.

Skills

Commercial drywall estimating

Large, complex bids

Leadership and mentoring

Labor and market pricing understanding

Attention to detail

Estimating software proficiency

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

QuickBid

Job description

Chief / Senior Drywall Estimator

Location: Springfield, MA

The Opportunity

Solid Rock Recruiting is partnered with a well-established commercial drywall contractor in the Springfield, MA market that is looking to bring on a Chief / Senior Estimator to lead their preconstruction efforts.

This is a high-impact role for someone who not only understands the numbers, but knows how to build strategy, lead estimating efforts, and drive profitable work.

You won’t be just another estimator. You will be the person helping shape what work the company goes after and how it wins it.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead all estimating efforts for commercial drywall and interiors projects.

Review drawings, specs, and bid documents to develop accurate and competitive estimates.

Build and oversee detailed proposals and ensure complete scope coverage.

Manage bid strategy, pricing approach, and risk analysis.

Work closely with ownership and operations to align estimating with company goals.

Mentor and support junior estimators or team members as needed.

Stay current on labor, material, and market conditions to maintain a competitive edge.

What Makes This Role Different

This is a leadership seat, not just a production role.

You will have direct influence on what work the company pursues and how it performs financially.

The company is looking for someone who can step in and take ownership of the estimating function.

What They’re Looking For

Strong background in commercial drywall estimating.

Experience handling large, complex bids and multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to lead, mentor, and elevate an estimating function.

Deep understanding of labor, material, and market pricing.

Strong attention to detail with a strategic mindset.

Experience with estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff, QuickBid, or similar.

Compensation

Competitive base salary with flexibility for the right individual.

Performance-based incentives tied to success and growth.

Full benefits package available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Solid Rock Recruiting and our client are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.