Posted 04/06/2026
Job Number: 16100

Estimator

Alpharetta, Georgia Onsite

Industry:  Construction

Job Category: Construction

Job Type:  Direct Hire

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Job Description

Position Title: Estimator

The Estimator plays a critical role in the success of complex construction projects, ensuring accurate and competitive bids are prepared. This position demands strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of materials and pricing for drywall projects. The Estimator will lead the preparation of bids while managing vendor outreach and negotiations. The fast-paced environment requires adaptability and a commitment to quality and detail. A successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative setting, contributing to the team’s high standards and expectations.

Estimator Responsibilities:

  • Leading the preparation of accurate, timely, and competitive bids for complex projects
  • Performing comprehensive quantity takeoffs, advanced pricing analysis, and risk assessments using estimating tools
  • Managing vendor and subcontractor outreach and negotiations to secure competitive pricing
  • Maintaining compliance with estimating SOPs and ensuring quality control of bid documents
  • Driving continuous improvement in estimating processes and mentoring Assistant Estimators
  • Developing pricing strategies, labor productivity analysis, and material escalation forecasts
  • Validating subcontractor bids and reconciling against internal estimates
  • Leading bid preparation for large-scale projects, ensuring completeness and competitiveness
  • Coordinating internal bid reviews and presenting final proposals to leadership
  • Performing risk assessments on scope gaps, schedule impacts, and market conditions
  • Identifying value engineering opportunities and proposing cost-saving alternatives
  • Negotiating subcontractor pricing and terms
  • Escalating major risks or deviations to the Director of Estimating

Estimator Requirements:

  • 2+ years of proven experience leading bids on interior commercial drywall projects with project sizes around 1-2M
  • Strong ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs across multiple trades
  • Demonstrated experience in subcontractor and vendor outreach, bid leveling, and negotiations
  • Ability to analyze pricing, labor productivity, and material costs to build reliable estimates
  • Understanding of materials and pricing for drywall projects
  • Experience reviewing and validating subcontractor bids against internal estimates
  • Strong understanding of construction drawings, scopes of work, and project specifications
  • Ability to identify risk, scope gaps, and cost-saving opportunities
  • Experience leading full bid processes, including coordinating internal reviews and final submissions
  • Knowledge of contract requirements and client bid compliance standards
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality control and accuracy
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Confident communicator, comfortable presenting estimates and recommendations to leadership
  • Experience with OST, Quick Bid, and/or BuzzBid is preferred
  • Construction Management Degree is preferred

Benefits:

  • 401(k) with 4% match
  • Medical coverage + Dental and vision with Life insurance provided
  • PTO + Holidays
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance with gas card

If you are an Estimator looking to take the next step in your career, apply now! #LI-CM1

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