Commercial Drywall Estimator – Large Projects

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company to

Paid time off

Job summary

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC is seeking an experienced Commercial Drywall Estimator for large Bay Area projects. The ideal candidate has 5+ years estimating commercial drywall work, with a track record on projects $5M and above, and proficiency in OST and QuickBid.

The role involves reviewing drawings, creating bid proposals, and collaborating with general contractors and vendors. Applicants should be detail-oriented, strong in math and analysis, and capable of working independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience estimating commercial drywall projects, preferably in California.
• Proficiency in OST and QuickBid software is required.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specs, and trade scopes.
• Familiarity with Bay Area contractors and market conditions is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and math skills.
• Effective communicator with ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial drywall, framing, and acoustical ceiling scopes.
• Perform digital quantity takeoffs using OST and QuickBid.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and bid documents for scope accuracy.
• Create and submit complete bid proposals and cost breakdowns.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and project walkthroughs as needed.
• Build and maintain relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Assist in value engineering and pricing strategies to ensure competitive bids.
• Work closely with project managers and field teams post-award.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

OST

QuickBid

Job description

Commercial Drywall Estimator – Large Projects ($5MM+)

Location: Bay Area, CA
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits (DOE)
Industry: Construction | Commercial Drywall | Estimating

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Drywall Estimator to join our team in the Bay Area, California. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience estimating large commercial drywall projects ($5 million and above) and be proficient with On-Screen Takeoff (OST) and QuickBid (QB) software.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a stable and growing contractor on high-profile projects throughout the Bay Area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial drywall, framing, and acoustical ceiling scopes

• Perform digital quantity takeoffs using OST and QuickBid

• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and bid documents for scope accuracy

• Create and submit complete bid proposals and cost breakdowns

• Attend pre-bid meetings and project walkthroughs as needed

• Build and maintain relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors

• Assist in value engineering and pricing strategies to ensure competitive bids

• Work closely with project managers and field teams post-award

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience estimating commercial drywall projects, preferably in California

• Proven track record estimating large projects ($5MM+)

• Proficiency in OST and QuickBid software is required

• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specs, and trade scopes

• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and math skills

• Effective communicator with ability to work both independently and in a team environment

• Familiarity with Bay Area contractors and market conditions is a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

• Career growth with a respected and stable commercial contractor

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.