Construction Estimator - Drywall, Acoustical & Flooring

AlphaX; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AlphaX in Pensacola, FL is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to prepare accurate bids for commercial interior projects, focusing on drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related finishes.

You will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, develop cost estimates, evaluate subcontractor quotes, and coordinate with project teams to ensure competitive, detail‑oriented proposals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Hands-on estimating with drywall, metal framing, ceilings, flooring or related interior finishes.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, contracts and bid documents.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, budgeting and bid prep.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, PlanSwift or On-Screen Takeoff.
• Strong analytical, math, organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for interior construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts and bid documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and calculate labor, material and subcontractor costs.
• Develop competitive estimates using market data and historical costs.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes and verify scope coverage.
• Prepare bid proposals with pricing, scope, exclusions and alternatives.
• Coordinate with project managers, field teams and clients on scope and pricing.
• Maintain estimating records and bid tracking logs.
• Monitor labor rates and market trends; update estimates as needed.
• Participate in pre-bid/site visits and post-bid reviews.

Skills

3+ years estimating

Drywall and metal framing experience

Interpret drawings and specs

Takeoffs and cost analysis

Estimating software proficiency

Analytical and math skills

Strong communication

Multitask estimate management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred (CM/Engineering)

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

PlanSwift

Job description

We’re seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for commercial interior construction projects, with a focus on drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related interior finishes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and interior construction projects.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents to determine project scope and pricing.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and calculate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Develop competitive estimates using project requirements, market pricing, historical costs, and labor projections.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes, compare proposals, and verify scope coverage.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, overlapping work, constructability issues, and potential cost risks.
• Prepare bid proposals with itemized pricing, scope descriptions, assumptions, exclusions, clarifications, and alternatives.
• Evaluate value-engineering opportunities and recommend cost-effective solutions that maintain quality and project requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, field teams, subcontractors, suppliers, general contractors, and clients to clarify scope and pricing.
• Maintain estimating records, historical cost databases, vendor information, and bid tracking logs.
• Monitor labor rates, material prices, subcontractor quotes, and market trends.
• Prepare preliminary budgets, negotiated bids, change‑order estimates, and pricing revisions.
• Participate in pre‑bid meetings, site visits, post‑bid reviews, and scope clarification discussions.
• Provide detailed estimates, cost breakdowns, and scope documentation during project handoff.
• Manage multiple bids and ensure accurate, timely proposal submissions.
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating processes and pricing accuracy.

• 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Hands‑on estimating experience with drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, commercial flooring, or related interior finish trades is required.
• Strong knowledge of commercial interior construction methods, materials, installation sequencing, labor requirements, and cost structures.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, budgeting, and commercial bid preparation.
• Experience evaluating, comparing, and leveling subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, On‑Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar estimating software.
• Strong understanding of labor rates, material costs, subcontractor pricing, and equipment expenses.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify scope omissions, pricing discrepancies, and cost risks.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and competing deadlines.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Consistent pipeline of commercial interior construction projects.
• Diverse projects involving drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and interior finishes.
• Collaborative, team‑oriented work environment.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Long‑term career growth potential.