Interiors Estimator (Commercial)

Bonitz of Georgia Inc; Savannah (GA); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance after 60 days

401(k) company match

Two weeks paid vacation

Free gym membership

Descripción de la vacante

Bonitz of Georgia Inc. is seeking an Interiors Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive estimates for commercial interiors projects. You will review plans, perform digital takeoffs in OST, and develop labor and material pricing for metal stud framing, drywall, and acoustical ceilings.

Proficiency with OST and Quick Bid is required. The role involves evaluating risks, meeting deadlines, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to deliver complete bid packages and successful proposals.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required; degree in construction management or engineering preferred.
• Prior commercial interiors estimating experience in metal stud framing, drywall, and acoustical ceilings preferred.
• Proficiency using OST and Quick Bid required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, addenda, schedules, and bid documents.
• Working knowledge of interior construction materials, labor, production, and installation methods.

Responsabilidades

• Review drawings, specs, bid instructions, addenda, and contract requirements to determine scope of work.
• Perform accurate digital quantity takeoffs in OST and develop detailed estimates in Quick Bid.
• Estimate labor, materials, equipment, production rates, waste, freight, and other direct costs.
• Prepare estimates for metal stud framing, drywall assemblies, insulation, acoustical ceilings, and related interior scopes.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and constructability concerns; prepare RFIs as needed.
• Maintain current labor factors, material pricing, and cost data in estimating systems.
• Solicit, review, and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations for bid accuracy.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site reviews; develop alternates and value-engineering options.
• Prepare proposals with defined scope, pricing, exclusions, and alternates.

Conocimientos

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Assoc./Bachelors in construction management or engineering

Herramientas

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

Quick Bid

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Descripción del empleo

OVERVIEW OF BONITZ OF GEORGIA: Family owned and operated since 1956, Bonitz of Georgia provides commercial Roofing, Roof Decking Systems, Engineered Fills, Metal Stud Framing, Drywall, and Acoustical Ceiling services. Bonitz of Georgia is a certified drug-free workplace. We operate primarily in Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Interiors Estimator prepares accurate, competitive estimates for commercial interior construction projects, with emphasis on metal stud framing, drywall, and acoustical ceiling systems. This role reviews plans and specifications, completes detailed digital takeoffs, develops labor and material pricing, evaluates project risk, and prepares proposals that support profitable growth. Proven working experience with On-Screen Takeoff (OST) and Quick Bid is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Prior commercial interiors estimating experience involving metal stud framing, drywall, and acoustical ceiling systems, preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency using On-Screen Takeoff (OST) and Quick Bid is required.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, addenda, schedules, and bid documents.
• Working knowledge of interior construction materials, labor production, installation methods, and applicable building requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and related business software.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple bid opportunities and meet firm deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating and Takeoff

• Review drawings, specifications, bid instructions, addenda, and contract requirements to determine the complete scope of work.
• Perform accurate digital quantity takeoffs in OST and develop detailed estimates in Quick Bid.
• Estimate labor, materials, equipment, production rates, waste, freight, and other direct project costs.
• Prepare estimates for metal stud framing, drywall assemblies, insulation, acoustical ceilings, and related interior scopes.
• Identify scope gaps, conflicts, constructability concerns, and project risks; prepare RFIs or seek clarification as needed.
• Maintain current labor factors, material pricing, assemblies, and cost information within estimating systems.

Bid Management and Vendor Coordination

• Solicit, review, and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations for completeness and alignment with bid requirements.
• Track bid invitations, due dates, addenda, clarifications, and submission requirements.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and scope reviews when required.
• Develop alternates, value-engineering options, and pricing revisions in coordination with sales and operations leadership.
• Prepare clear proposals that define scope, pricing, exclusions, qualifications, and alternates.
• Submit bids accurately and on time through required electronic platforms or customer processes.

Collaboration and Project Turnover

• Coordinate with project managers, field leaders, sales personnel, and executives throughout the estimating process.
• Participate in estimate reviews to confirm pricing strategy, risk, schedule considerations, and proposal completeness.
• Support customer follow-up, scope clarification, and post-bid negotiations as requested.
• Prepare complete turnover packages for awarded projects, including estimate detail, takeoffs, quotes, assumptions, and key correspondence.
• Maintain organized estimating files and accurate bid records for reporting and historical cost analysis.
• Compare estimate assumptions with project results to improve future pricing and estimating accuracy.

Compensation

• Total annual compensation (base salary + performance-based bonus) commensurate with experience: $65-75k

• Cell phone or $45 per month towards the cost of your personal cell phone
  

Benefits

• Individual health insurance eligibility after 60 days of employment; voluntary dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance available after 60 days of employment.
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance in the amount of $15,000 funded by Bonitz of Georgia, with the ability to purchase additional insurance at the employee's expense.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% company match; eligible after six months of employment.
• Two weeks of paid vacation earned at a rate of 1.54 days per pay period.
• Free gym membership equivalent to the current cost of a YMCA membership.