Just Construction Recruitment
Drywall Estimator (Orlando) (Orlando)
Just Construction Recruitment, Orlando, Florida, United States, 32885
We are working with a
well-established commercial specialty contractor
in Orlando that focuses on
interior and exterior wall systems, ceilings, and architectural specialties . They are seeking a
Drywall Estimator
to prepare competitive, accurate bids and contribute to the companys continued growth.
This role offers exposure to a wide variety of commercial projects and an opportunity to work closely with operations and field teams while advancing your estimating expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
Review architectural, structural, and subcontract documents to determine scope for drywall, metal framing, finishing systems, acoustical ceilings, and exterior wall systems. Perform take-offs for materials (gypsum board, metal studs, channels, finishes, accessories), labor hours, equipment, and subcontractor packages. Develop detailed cost estimates including materials, labor, equipment, overhead, mark-up, and contingencies. Prepare formal bid packages: assumptions, exclusions, scope clarifications, value-engineering options, and margin analysis. Collaborate with operations, procurement, and field teams to ensure estimates reflect productivity, sequencing, logistics, and field realities. Maintain and update estimating databases: labor productivity, vendor/sub-vendor quotes, historical costs, and regional material trends. Participate in bid review meetings: present estimating logic, assumptions, and risk factors; support bid/no-bid decisions. Identify value-engineering opportunities that reduce cost or schedule while maintaining performance and code compliance. Ensure all estimates comply with contract requirements: fire ratings, acoustical standards, safety, bonding, insurance, and labor classifications. Support project teams after award to compare actual costs against estimates and provide lessons-learned for continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Skills:
35 years
of estimating experience in drywall, metal framing, interior/exterior wall systems, or related specialty trades for commercial or institutional projects. Strong knowledge of drywall systems, finishing levels, fire-rated partitions, acoustical ceilings, light gauge metal framing, and architectural specialties. Proficient with digital take-off and estimating software (e.g., OST) and Excel for cost analysis. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail in quantity take-offs and cost build-ups. Ability to read drawings, specifications, and schedules and communicate scope clearly. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills; able to convey estimating logic and cost implications to leadership and cross-functional teams. Highly organized and able to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines. Knowledge of regional labor productivity, subcontractor market conditions, and material cost trends. Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience preferred.
Whats on Offer:
Competitive salary with
performance-based incentives
tied to bid wins and estimating accuracy. Opportunity to work with a
stable, reputable contractor
recognized for quality craftsmanship and expertise in interior/exterior wall systems. Exposure to a broad range of commercial projects to build estimating and technical knowledge. Collaborative culture that values initiative, accuracy, continuous improvement, and teamwork. Clear path for
professional development
and increased responsibility in estimating and preconstruction.
well-established commercial specialty contractor
in Orlando that focuses on
interior and exterior wall systems, ceilings, and architectural specialties . They are seeking a
Drywall Estimator
to prepare competitive, accurate bids and contribute to the companys continued growth.
This role offers exposure to a wide variety of commercial projects and an opportunity to work closely with operations and field teams while advancing your estimating expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
Review architectural, structural, and subcontract documents to determine scope for drywall, metal framing, finishing systems, acoustical ceilings, and exterior wall systems. Perform take-offs for materials (gypsum board, metal studs, channels, finishes, accessories), labor hours, equipment, and subcontractor packages. Develop detailed cost estimates including materials, labor, equipment, overhead, mark-up, and contingencies. Prepare formal bid packages: assumptions, exclusions, scope clarifications, value-engineering options, and margin analysis. Collaborate with operations, procurement, and field teams to ensure estimates reflect productivity, sequencing, logistics, and field realities. Maintain and update estimating databases: labor productivity, vendor/sub-vendor quotes, historical costs, and regional material trends. Participate in bid review meetings: present estimating logic, assumptions, and risk factors; support bid/no-bid decisions. Identify value-engineering opportunities that reduce cost or schedule while maintaining performance and code compliance. Ensure all estimates comply with contract requirements: fire ratings, acoustical standards, safety, bonding, insurance, and labor classifications. Support project teams after award to compare actual costs against estimates and provide lessons-learned for continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Skills:
35 years
of estimating experience in drywall, metal framing, interior/exterior wall systems, or related specialty trades for commercial or institutional projects. Strong knowledge of drywall systems, finishing levels, fire-rated partitions, acoustical ceilings, light gauge metal framing, and architectural specialties. Proficient with digital take-off and estimating software (e.g., OST) and Excel for cost analysis. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail in quantity take-offs and cost build-ups. Ability to read drawings, specifications, and schedules and communicate scope clearly. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills; able to convey estimating logic and cost implications to leadership and cross-functional teams. Highly organized and able to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines. Knowledge of regional labor productivity, subcontractor market conditions, and material cost trends. Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience preferred.
Whats on Offer:
Competitive salary with
performance-based incentives
tied to bid wins and estimating accuracy. Opportunity to work with a
stable, reputable contractor
recognized for quality craftsmanship and expertise in interior/exterior wall systems. Exposure to a broad range of commercial projects to build estimating and technical knowledge. Collaborative culture that values initiative, accuracy, continuous improvement, and teamwork. Clear path for
professional development
and increased responsibility in estimating and preconstruction.