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Estimator - Commercial Drywall

Gpac
  • Chicago, IL
  • 75000–110000
  • Quick Apply
12 days ago

Job Description

Estimator – Commercial Drywall

 

A well-established commercial construction contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator with a background in commercial drywall, metal framing, and related interior systems.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of developing accurate, competitive estimates for commercial projects.

 

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of estimating experience in commercial drywall, interiors, specialty contracting, or related construction
  • Experience with drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, insulation, or related scopes
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, bid documents, and scopes of work
  • Experience performing quantity takeoffs and developing labor and material pricing
  • Strong understanding of commercial construction methods and bidding processes
  • Strong organization, communication, mathematical, and analytical skills

Preferred

  • 3–5+ years of commercial drywall estimating experience
  • Experience estimating projects valued at $1M+
  • Experience with Bluebeam, OST, Quick Bid, PlanSwift, or similar estimating software
  • Knowledge of RFIs, bid packages, value engineering, and change-order pricing
  • Degree in Construction Management or related field

 

Responsibilities:

  • Review plans, specifications, and bid documents
  • Perform detailed takeoffs for drywall, framing, ceilings, insulation, and related scopes
  • Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
  • Prepare proposals, bid packages, exclusions, and clarifications
  • Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing
  • Identify scope gaps, project risks, and value-engineering opportunities
  • Assist with change-order pricing and project turnover after award

 

Compensation, Benefits & Perks:

  • Competitive base salary: $75,000 – $110,000+ (depending on experience and market)
  • Bonus and/or incentive potential
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Company-provided phone and laptop
  • Professional development and advancement opportunities

 

 

All inquiries are CONFIDENTIAL.

 

For more information, contact:

Email: Taylor.Horace@gogpac.com | Call/Text: (618) 408-2693

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, IL
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary75000–110000
Company Size100 to 499 employees
Year Founded1990
Websitehttp://www.gogpac.com/

About Company

Gpac’s mission is to be the preferred staffing and recruitment solution by effectively delivering and connecting talent with successful companies and organizations.

Our team, with collective experience of over 250 years, is passionate about wh

Skills

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  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Engineering Change Orderunmatched
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  • Proposal Writingunmatched
  • Value Engineeringunmatched
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