# Construction Estimator - Drywall, Acoustical & Flooring

> AlphaHire · Pensacola, United States · — · Posted 2026-09-18

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced **Construction Estimator** to prepare accurate and competitive bids for commercial interior construction projects.

The Estimator will manage the estimating process from **initial plan review through project handoff**, developing detailed pricing for **drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, commercial flooring, and related interior finish systems**.

The ideal candidate has strong **commercial interior construction estimating experience**, excellent quantity takeoff and cost-analysis skills, and the ability to develop competitive bids while identifying scope gaps, project risks, and cost concerns before submission.

Responsibilities

-   Prepare detailed estimates for commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, flooring, and related interior construction projects.
-   Review architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents to determine project scope and pricing requirements.
-   Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
-   Solicit, evaluate, and compare pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
-   Develop complete cost estimates, budgets, bid proposals, scope summaries, and supporting documentation.
-   Identify scope gaps, exclusions, constructability concerns, value engineering opportunities, and project risks before bid submission.
-   Coordinate with Project Managers, field teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to clarify scope, quantities, and pricing assumptions.
-   Maintain organized estimating files, historical pricing data, bid records, and project documentation.
-   Support project turnover by providing estimate breakdowns, budgets, scope clarifications, assumptions, and pricing details to the operations team.
-   Monitor material pricing, labor costs, subcontractor pricing, and market conditions to maintain accurate and competitive estimates.
-   Participate in post-bid reviews and identify opportunities to improve estimating processes, consistency, and accuracy.
-   Assist with negotiated bids, conceptual budgets, change-order pricing, and other estimating activities as needed.

## Requirements

-   **3+ years of estimating experience in commercial interior construction.**
-   **Experience estimating drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, commercial flooring, or related interior finish trades is required.**
-   Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, sequencing, and estimating practices.
-   Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
-   Proven experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, budgeting, and bid preparation.
-   Proficiency with **Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift**, or similar estimating and takeoff software.
-   Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
-   Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
-   Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify scope discrepancies and potential project risks.
-   Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet tight 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.
-   Health, dental, and vision insurance.
-   401(k) with company match.
-   Paid time off and company holidays.
-   Stable pipeline of commercial interior construction projects.
-   Opportunity to work on a diverse range of drywall, framing, acoustical, flooring, and interior finish projects.
-   Collaborative team environment with long-term career growth opportunities.
-   Ongoing professional development and advancement opportunities.

## Apply

[Apply at AlphaHire](https://apply.workable.com/alphax/j/C53BFF62BB/apply)

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