Estimator - Commercial Interior Construction

AlphaX; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Stable project pipeline

Job summary

AlphaX seeks an experienced Commercial Estimator to develop bids for interior construction projects, leading estimates from invitation to handoff. Focus areas include drywall, metal framing, ceilings, flooring, and interior finishes.

The role requires strong takeoffs, pricing, subcontractor bids, and proposal preparation. The ideal candidate will manage multiple estimates, coordinate with project teams, and maintain accurate bid logs, with a commitment to competitive pricing and schedule

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, or related interior construction trades.
• Direct experience estimating commercial interior construction projects is required.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial interior construction projects including drywall, metal framing, ceilings, flooring, and finishes.
• Review drawings and specs to understand project scope and requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and calculate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.

Skills

Commercial interior estimating

Bid management

Quantity takeoffs

Reading drawings/specs

Pricing labor/materials

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Construction Management degree preferred

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

PlanSwift

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator to develop accurate and competitive bids for commercial interior construction projects. This position will take ownership of the estimating process from initial bid invitation through final proposal and project handoff, with a primary focus on drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, commercial flooring, and related interior finish systems.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial interiors estimating experience and can independently manage quantity takeoffs, scope review, labor and material pricing, subcontractor and vendor bids, bid leveling, and proposal preparation. This is a detail-oriented role requiring someone who can manage multiple estimates and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and competitiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial interior construction projects, including drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related finishes.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents to develop a complete understanding of project scope.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and calculate labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and other project costs.
• Solicit, evaluate, compare, and level pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Analyze project documents to identify scope gaps, exclusions, overlaps, constructability concerns, and potential cost risks.
• Develop accurate and competitive pricing based on project requirements, current market conditions, and historical costs.
• Prepare complete bid proposals, including scope summaries, clarifications, exclusions, assumptions, alternates, and pricing breakdowns.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and provide cost-effective alternatives when appropriate.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, field teams, suppliers, subcontractors, general contractors, and clients to clarify scope and pricing.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical pricing, vendor information, bid logs, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor material costs, labor rates, subcontractor pricing, and market conditions to improve estimate accuracy.
• Support conceptual budgets, negotiated bids, change-order pricing, and estimate revisions as needed.
• Provide detailed estimate breakdowns, assumptions, budgets, and scope information during project handoff.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, post-bid reviews, and scope discussions as required.
• Track multiple active bids and ensure all proposals are complete, accurate, and submitted by deadline.
• Contribute to improving estimating procedures, pricing strategies, and overall estimating accuracy.

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, or related interior construction trades.
• Required: Direct experience estimating commercial interior construction projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial interior construction methods, materials, sequencing, and cost structures.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents.
• Proven experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs and developing complete commercial bid proposals.
• Experience soliciting, evaluating, and leveling subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software such as Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of labor, material, subcontractor, and equipment pricing.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple estimates, priorities, and deadlines.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or 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.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Stable pipeline of commercial interior construction projects.
• Exposure to a variety of commercial drywall, framing, ceiling, flooring, and interior finish projects.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Long-term career growth opportunities.