Estimator

Just Construction Recruitment; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to $145,000

Performance bonuses

Full healthcare coverage

Relocation package available

Company vehicle potential

Job summary

Just Construction Recruitment is seeking an experienced Commercial Drywall Estimator for a South Florida contractor. You will prepare detailed estimates for commercial drywall and interior systems and work with drawings and bid documents.

This full-time, on-site role offers salary up to $145,000 depending on experience, with performance bonuses and comprehensive healthcare. A relocation package is available for candidates nationwide.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating for commercial drywall/interior systems contractors.
• Understanding of drywall, metal framing, and ceiling systems.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with detailed take-offs and competitive bids.
• Knowledge of labour and material pricing.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and take-offs for commercial drywall projects.
• Review drawings, specs, and bid documents.
• Estimate materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Work across drywall, metal framing, insulation, ceilings and finishing scopes.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare bid proposals and ensure on-time submissions.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities to improve bid competitiveness.
• Communicate with clients, general contractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Assist with handovers to the project management after bids.

Skills

Estimating expertise

Drywall systems

Reading drawings

Take-offs

Pricing knowledge

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Tools

OST

QuickBid

Bluebeam

Job description

Location: South Florida, FL

Salary: Up to $145,000, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Workplace Type: On-site

Relocation: Available nationwide

About the Opportunity

An established South Florida specialty contractor is looking to bring an experienced Commercial Drywall Estimator into its team.

With salaries reaching $145k, substantial performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator looking to make a move to Florida.

The company is also prepared to offer a relocation package to candidates from anywhere across the United States, making this a genuine opportunity for Estimators considering a move to South Florida.

You'll be joining a well-established business with a strong reputation across the commercial construction market, working on a varied portfolio of commercial, institutional and industrial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and quantity take-offs for commercial drywall and interior construction projects.
• Review construction drawings, specifications and bid documents.
• Estimate materials, labour, equipment and subcontractor costs.
• Work across drywall, metal framing, insulation, ceilings and finishing scopes.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare bid proposals and ensure submissions are accurate and delivered on time.
• Identify potential cost savings and opportunities to improve bid competitiveness.
• Communicate with clients, general contractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Assist with handovers to the project management team following successful bids.

Requirements

• Previous experience estimating within a commercial drywall or interior systems contractor.
• Strong understanding of commercial drywall, metal framing and ceiling systems.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience completing detailed take-offs and preparing competitive bids.
• Knowledge of labour and material pricing.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.

Experience with OST, QuickBid, Bluebeam or similar estimating software would be beneficial.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to $145,000, depending on experience.
• Large performance-related bonuses.
• Full healthcare coverage.
• Three weeks' paid time off.
• Relocation package available for candidates moving from anywhere across the USA.
• Potential company vehicle for the right candidate.
• Opportunity to join an established South Florida contractor.
• Long-term career opportunity within a reputable business.

About the Company

Our client is a long-established specialty construction contractor operating throughout South Florida, with more than 90 years in the industry.

The business delivers a range of commercial construction services, including drywall, metal framing, insulation, acoustical ceilings, exterior finishes and building specialties.

With an established workforce, strong repeat-client relationships and a varied portfolio of commercial projects, this is a great opportunity to join a reputable contractor with a substantial presence in the South Florida market.