Drywall Estimator (ID# 748)

Volarify; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Flexible work hours

Company social events

Healthcare plan with HRA

401(k) with company match

Life, AD&D, and long-term disability

Job summary

Volarify seeks a Drywall Estimator for its Pre-Construction team in Palmetto, FL. The candidate will interpret plans, perform detailed takeoffs, and prepare bids with a focus on accurate cost estimation across Division 8 and Division 10 specialties.

Requirements include OST exposure, strong blueprint reading, and experience in commercial drywall estimating. The role involves team training and growth within a growing southeastern contractor.

Qualifications

• On-Screen Takeoff (OST) experience or exposure.
• Detailed quantity takeoffs from construction drawings.
• Commercial drywall estimating.
• Strong blueprint/plan reading.
• Detailed material and labor pricing.
• Ability to develop estimates from project scope rather than relying primarily on unit pricing.
• Sage Estimating experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret plans and specifications to prepare written proposals for bids and proposals.
• Maintain knowledge of local material, labor, and equipment costs.
• Maintain an understanding of local, city, and state building codes in assigned locations.
• Manage and train Project Engineers and Assistant Project Estimators to support their professional growth.
• Continuously develop and improve knowledge of product lines, including drywall, acoustical systems, doors/frames/hardware (Division 8), and specialties (Division 10).

Skills

OST experience

Quantity takeoffs

Drywall estimating

Blueprint reading

Material & labor pricing

Estimating from scope

Sage Estimating (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Finance, or Accounting

Tools

Sage Estimating

Job description

Drywall Estimator

Summary

Our Client is seeking a commercial Drywall Estimator to join its Pre-Construction team in Palmetto, FL. If you have an eye for detail while maintaining accuracy in your work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization.

About Our Client

Our Client is a growing construction company providing services across the southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states through New England. The company has nearly 65 years of experience in drywall, masonry, concrete/masonry restoration, structural strengthening, building envelope restoration, doors/frames/hardware (Division 8), and specialties (Division 10).

Primary Responsibilities

1. Interpret plans and specifications to prepare written proposals for bids and proposals.
2. Maintain knowledge of local material, labor, and equipment costs.
3. Maintain an understanding of local, city, and state building codes in assigned locations.
4. Manage and train Project Engineers and Assistant Project Estimators to support their professional growth.
5. Continuously develop and improve knowledge of product lines, including drywall, acoustical systems, doors/frames/hardware (Division 8), and specialties (Division 10).

Requirements:

• On-Screen Takeoff (OST) experience or exposure
• Detailed quantity takeoffs from construction drawings
• Commercial drywall estimating
• Strong blueprint/plan reading
• Detailed material and labor pricing
• Ability to develop estimates from project scope rather than relying primarily on unit pricing
• Sage Estimating experience preferred, but not required

What We Offer

1. Generous PTO and paid holiday schedule.
2. Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
3. Flexible work-hour schedule.
4. Company-supported charitable events.
5. Benefits eligibility beginning the first of the month after hire.
6. Generous healthcare plan with Healthcare Reimbursement Account (HRA) to offset deductibles.
7. Competitive compensation.
8. Life insurance, dental, and vision plans.
9. 401(k) plan with generous company match.
10. Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
11. Company social outings.

Training and Growth

1. Opportunity to join a solid, reputable, and growing company operating across multiple markets.
2. Training, development, and networking opportunities.
3. Performance-based rewards, including salary increases and bonus opportunities.

Position Requirements

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Finance, or Accounting preferred.
2. 2 years of experience as an Assistant Estimator or 5–7 years of overall relevant experience.

Success Factors

1. Ability to perform effectively in a high-pressure environment.
2. Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed goals with minimal direct supervision.
3. Self-motivated and results-oriented.
4. Commitment to personal and professional standards of excellence.

Additional Requirement:
This position requires a criminal background check and signing a Confidentiality, Non-Disclosure, and Non-Solicitation Agreement.