Remote Drywall Estimator

Insight Global; United States; Remote; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Construction Estimator to work remotely in the United States (likely EST hours). This role focuses on drywall and metal framing estimating for a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects, including education, healthcare, hospitality, office fit-outs, and large multi-story developments.

The estimator will perform detailed takeoffs, build accurate estimates in BuzzBid, and manage projects through all phases from schematic design to GMP pricing.

Qualifications

• 7+ years drywall & framing estimating experience.
• Ability to produce accurate, full-scope commercial estimates independently.
• Experience with estimating projects over $5M up to $50M.
• Proficient in BuzzBid (preferred) or OST/QuickBid + Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed takeoffs and build accurate estimates.
• Own bids end-to-end with minimal oversight.
• Manage projects through schematic design to GMP pricing.

Skills

Drywall estimating

Metal framing estimating

Bid ownership

BuzzBid / OST-QuickBid + Excel

Tools

BuzzBid

OST/QuickBid

Excel

Job description

Salary: up to $120k

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of drywall & metal framing estimating experience
• Ability to produce accurate, full-scope commercial estimates independently
• Experience with estimating projects over $5M up to $50M
• Proficient in BuzzBid (preferred) or OST/QuickBid + Excel
• Able to own bids end-to-end with minimal oversight

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• GMP, negotiated, design-assist, phased estimating
• Value engineering experience
• Experience in education, healthcare, hospitality, office

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Construction Estimator to work remotely in the United States (likely working EST hours). This role focuses on drywall and metal framing estimating for a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects, including education, healthcare, hospitality, office fit-outs, and large multi-story developments exceeding 20 floors. The estimator will be responsible for performing detailed takeoffs, building accurate estimates in BuzzBid, and managing projects through all phases, from schematic design to GMP pricing. Projects typically range from $500K to $5.5M, with larger estimates undergoing executive-level review. The position supports a high-growth market across Jacksonville and surrounding regions including Daytona, Orlando, Pensacola, Macon, Savannah, and North Charleston. This individual will own bids end-to-end, contribute to value engineering efforts, and collaborate on larger or more complex pursuits when needed. Success in this role requires the ability to maintain high production volume while ensuring accuracy and completeness in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.