Commercial Estimator: Drywall, Metal Framing & Interiors

AlphaGov; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

AlphaGov in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Commercial Estimator with a focus on interior construction. You will develop detailed estimates, prepare competitive bids, review drawings, and coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to validate pricing.

You will manage multiple estimates, maintain cost databases, and transition awarded estimates to project teams, ensuring accuracy and timely bid submissions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Education in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids for commercial drywall, metal framing, ceiling systems, flooring, and interior build-out projects
• Review blueprints, specifications, contracts, and bid revisions to determine project scope and quantities
• Perform 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 while maintaining quality and specification requirements
• 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 evolve
• 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 support pricing accuracy and consistency

Skills

Estimating

Blueprint interpretation

Takeoffs

Bid development

Data analysis

Communication

Coordination

Time management

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Construction Management / Engineering education preferred

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

PlanSwift

Job description

AlphaGov in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Commercial Estimator with a focus on interior construction. You will develop detailed estimates, prepare competitive bids, review drawings, and coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to validate pricing.

You will manage multiple estimates, maintain cost databases, and transition awarded estimates to project teams, ensuring accuracy and timely bid submissions in a fast-paced environment.