# Construction Estimator - Drywall, Acoustical & Flooring

> AlphaX · Pensacola, United States · — · Posted 2026-10-20

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We’re looking for a **Commercial Construction Estimator** with direct experience pricing interior finish projects. You’ll be responsible for translating construction plans into reliable cost forecasts and competitive bids, with a focus on drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related trades.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Develop project pricing for commercial drywall, framing, ceiling systems, flooring, and interior finish installations.
-   Analyze blueprints, specifications, contract documents, and bid revisions to establish quantities and define the work required.
-   Complete detailed quantity takeoffs and calculate labor hours, material requirements, equipment expenses, and subcontractor costs.
-   Build estimates using current supplier pricing, labor rates, historical project costs, and prevailing market conditions.
-   Request and assess trade contractor and supplier proposals, compare pricing, and confirm that all scope requirements are covered.
-   Identify missing work, conflicting trade responsibilities, exclusions, installation challenges, and potential budget exposure before bids are finalized.
-   Assemble bid submissions with itemized costs, defined scopes, assumptions, exclusions, clarifications, and alternate pricing.
-   Recommend cost-saving materials or installation methods that meet project specifications and quality expectations.
-   Coordinate with project managers, field teams, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to resolve pricing and scope questions.
-   Maintain organized bid records, vendor contacts, historical cost data, and estimating databases.
-   Track changes in labor costs, material pricing, subcontractor rates, and industry trends.
-   Prepare preliminary budgets, negotiated proposals, change-order pricing, and revised estimates as project requirements evolve.
-   Attend pre-bid meetings, conduct site visits, and participate in post-bid reviews.
-   Deliver detailed cost breakdowns and documented scope assumptions to project teams during handoff.
-   Manage several estimates at once while meeting bid deadlines and maintaining pricing accuracy.
-   Refine estimating procedures and cost-tracking methods to improve consistency and efficiency.

## Requirements

-   3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
-   **Required: Hands-on estimating experience in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, commercial flooring, or related interior finish trades.**
-   Strong understanding of interior construction materials, installation methods, labor requirements, sequencing, and cost structures.
-   Ability to interpret architectural plans, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents.
-   Experience with detailed quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, budgeting, and commercial bid preparation.
-   Ability to evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals, compare bids, and identify scope discrepancies.
-   Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or comparable estimating software.
-   Knowledge of construction labor rates, material pricing, equipment expenses, and subcontractor costs.
-   Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
-   Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
-   Careful attention to detail and the ability to identify omissions, pricing errors, and financial risks.
-   Ability to manage multiple bids and competing deadlines.
-   High school diploma or equivalent required.
-   Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

## Benefits

-   Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
-   Health, dental, and vision insurance.
-   401(k) with company match.
-   Paid time off and company holidays.
-   Consistent pipeline of commercial interior construction projects.
-   Diverse projects involving drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and interior finishes.
-   Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
-   Professional development and advancement opportunities.
-   Long-term career growth potential.

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