Estimator - Drywall

Sherwood Staffing Partners; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid premiums for medical

401(k) with match + ESOP

Stock options

Job summary

Sherwood Staffing Partners is seeking an Estimator/Senior Estimator for our Concord, CA preconstruction team. The role focuses on preparing detailed estimates for large commercial wall system projects, reviewing plans, and developing bid proposals.

You will build takeoffs, price strategies, and collaborate with PMs, architects, engineers, and GCs. Senior level duties include leading estimating efforts and mentoring junior staff as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience (7+ years for Senior Estimator)
• Wall systems experience strongly preferred (drywall, framing, plaster, exterior systems)
• Proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff (OST) and Bluebeam
• Strong Microsoft Office skills; scheduling software experience is a plus
• Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and the bid process
• Able to juggle multiple estimates and deadlines without losing attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for large commercial interior and exterior wall system projects
• Review plans, specs, and contract documents to define scope
• Build quantity takeoffs, pricing strategies, and bid proposals
• Work with project managers, architects, engineers, and general contractors during preconstruction
• Use historical cost data and market conditions to keep bids accurate and competitive
• Manage bid schedules, vendor coordination, and subcontractor outreach
• Spot risks, value engineering opportunities, and constructability issues
• Senior level: lead estimating efforts and mentor junior estimators

Skills

Construction estimating

OST

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Bid process

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Bluebeam

Scheduling software

Job description

Estimator / Senior Estimator | Concord, CA | $140-200K Base + Bonus | $800/month vehicle allowance | Stock Options

About the Company

Our client is a leading commercial wall systems contractor specializing in large-scale interior and exterior drywall, framing, and plaster projects. With 500+ employees and offices across California and Nevada, they deliver high-profile work in healthcare, education, and commercial construction. The company is employee-owned (ESOP) and growing, and they’re adding an Estimator or Senior Estimator to their preconstruction team in Concord.

Why Join

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses
• 100% company-paid employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with 4% match plus an Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Large, complex commercial projects you’ll be proud to put your name on
• Clear path to grow from Estimator to Senior Estimator and beyond
• Ongoing training, professional development, and a collaborative team

What You’ll Do

• Prepare detailed estimates for large commercial interior and exterior wall system projects
• Review plans, specs, and contract documents to define scope
• Build quantity takeoffs, pricing strategies, and bid proposals
• Work with project managers, architects, engineers, and general contractors during preconstruction
• Use historical cost data and market conditions to keep bids accurate and competitive
• Manage bid schedules, vendor coordination, and subcontractor outreach
• Spot risks, value engineering opportunities, and constructability issues
• Senior level: lead estimating efforts and mentor junior estimators

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience (7+ years for Senior Estimator)
• Wall systems experience strongly preferred (drywall, framing, plaster, exterior systems)
• Proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff (OST) and Bluebeam
• Strong Microsoft Office skills; scheduling software experience is a plus
• Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and the bid process
• Able to juggle multiple estimates and deadlines without losing attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred