Estimator - Commercial Drywall & Metal Framing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Stable project pipeline

Job summary

AlphaHire is seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator to oversee the estimating process for interior construction projects, with emphasis on drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and flooring.

You will review architectural drawings and bid documents, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, solicit vendor pricing, identify risks, and prepare complete, competitive proposals for multiple bids. This role requires careful, deadline-driven work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial estimating experience.
• Commercial interior construction estimating experience is required.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, sequencing, and interior building systems.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software such as Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar platforms.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple bids, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and flooring projects.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents to determine project scope and requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Solicit, analyze, and level pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, risks, and potential value-engineering opportunities.
• Prepare complete bid proposals, scope summaries, clarifications, exclusions, and pricing documentation.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, field teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and clients throughout the estimating process.
• Maintain historical pricing, estimating databases, bid logs, and project documentation.
• Provide detailed estimate breakdowns, assumptions, and scope information during project turnover.
• Participate in post-bid reviews and help improve estimating accuracy and processes.
• Assist with conceptual budgets, negotiated bids, change-order pricing, and other estimating needs.
• Track multiple bids and ensure estimates are completed accurately and submitted on time.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Multitasking / deadline management

Mathematical / analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree preferred

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

PlanSwift

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator with a strong background in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and interior construction.

This role will oversee the estimating process from initial bid invitation through project handoff. You’ll review construction documents, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, obtain and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing, identify project risks, and prepare accurate, competitive proposals.

The ideal candidate understands commercial interior construction, is highly detail-oriented, and can manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and flooring projects.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents to determine project scope and requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Solicit, analyze, and level pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, risks, and potential value-engineering opportunities.
• Prepare complete bid proposals, scope summaries, clarifications, exclusions, and pricing documentation.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, field teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and clients throughout the estimating process.
• Maintain historical pricing, estimating databases, bid logs, and project documentation.
• Provide detailed estimate breakdowns, assumptions, and scope information during project turnover.
• Participate in post-bid reviews and help improve estimating accuracy and processes.
• Assist with conceptual budgets, negotiated bids, change-order pricing, and other estimating needs.
• Track multiple bids and ensure estimates are completed accurately and submitted on time.

• 3+ years of commercial estimating experience in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, or related interior trades.
• Commercial interior construction estimating experience is required.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, sequencing, and interior building systems.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Proven experience with detailed quantity takeoffs and complete bid preparation.
• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software such as Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar platforms.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple bids, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree preferred.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Stable pipeline of commercial interior construction projects.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial drywall and interior construction projects.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.