Construction Estimator - Drywall, Acoustical & Flooring

AlphaGov; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Company holidays

Diverse project exposure

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

AlphaGov seeks an experienced Construction Estimator to prepare accurate bids for commercial interior projects in Pensacola, FL. You will oversee the estimating process from initial plan review through handoff, developing pricing for drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related interior finish systems.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial interior construction estimating experience, precise quantity takeoffs, and cost analysis skills, enabling competitive bids while

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial interior construction.
• Experience estimating drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, or related interior finish trades.
• Strong ability to read architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Proficient with estimating software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, and On-Screen Takeoff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related interior construction projects.
• Review drawings, specs, contracts, and bid documents to determine scope and pricing.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Develop complete cost estimates, budgets, bid proposals, scope summaries, and supporting docs.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, constructability concerns, VE opportunities, and project risks before bid submission.
• Coordinate with PMs, field teams, vendors, subs, and clients to clarify scope, quantities, and pricing assumptions.
• Maintain estimating files, historical pricing data, bid records, and project documentation.
• Support project turnover with breakdowns, budgets, scope clarifications, and pricing details.
• Monitor pricing trends to maintain accurate and competitive estimates.
• Participate in post-bid reviews and improve estimating processes and accuracy.
• Assist with negotiated bids, conceptual budgets, change-order pricing, and other activities as needed.

Skills

Estimating

Takeoffs

Budgeting

Reading drawings

Cost analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

On-Screen Takeoff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive bids for commercial interior construction projects.

The Estimator will manage the estimating process from initial plan review through project handoff, developing detailed pricing for drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, commercial flooring, and related interior finish systems.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial interior construction estimating experience, excellent quantity takeoff and cost-analysis skills, and the ability to develop competitive bids while identifying scope gaps, project risks, and cost concerns before submission.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related interior construction projects
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents to determine project scope and pricing requirements
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare pricing from suppliers and subcontractors
• Develop complete cost estimates, budgets, bid proposals, scope summaries, and supporting documentation
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, constructability concerns, value engineering opportunities, and project risks before bid submission
• Coordinate with Project Managers, field teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to clarify scope, quantities, and pricing assumptions
• Maintain organized estimating files, historical pricing data, bid records, and project documentation
• Support project turnover by providing estimate breakdowns, budgets, scope clarifications, assumptions, and pricing details to the operations team
• Monitor material pricing, labor costs, subcontractor pricing, and market conditions to maintain accurate and competitive estimates
• Participate in post-bid reviews and identify opportunities to improve estimating processes, consistency, and accuracy
• Assist with negotiated bids, conceptual budgets, change-order pricing, and other estimating activities as needed

Requirements

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial interior construction
• Experience estimating drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, commercial flooring, or related interior finish trades is required
• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, sequencing, and estimating practices
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents
• Proven experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, budgeting, and bid preparation
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar estimating and takeoff software
• Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify scope discrepancies and potential project risks
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Stable pipeline of commercial interior construction projects
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of drywall, framing, acoustical, flooring, and interior finish projects
• Collaborative team environment with long-term career growth opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and advancement opportunities