Estimator- Drywall

About the role

DPR Construction is seeking a Drywall Estimator with at least 3 years of commercial construction experience. Estimators will work on commercial projects within our core markets: healthcare, advanced technology, higher education, life sciences and corporate office.

Responsibilities

• Handle the project from first estimate all the way through contracts being formalized.
• Able to look beyond the information that has been given, to ask the right questions and work to provide a complete drywall cost evaluation and approach to the project.
• Able to make reliable predictions as it relates to cost and be comfortable estimating across all aspects of drywall construction.
• Able to assemble and present a complete presentation-worthy estimate package that clearly communicates the drywall estimate to any audience type.
• Collaborate with the entire project team to establish the necessary staffing and project requirements.
• Have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages for sub-tiers.
• Experience with the bidding process: soliciting bids, communicating with the bidders, evaluating subcontractor proposals, using bid tally sheets, etc.
• Work closely with Operations Team (Superintendents, Foreman, Project Managers, Etc) to refine concrete estimate and ensure it is alignment with project approach, schedule, and logistics.
• Lead, manage and motivate project teams during the preconstruction phase of a project.

Qualifications

• Flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
• Creative and innovative approaches and solutions on a project-by-project basis.
• Able to identify, adapt to, and resolve complex issues.
• Effective participation in team environment, with both external and internal teammates.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software (WinEst or similar), take-off software (On-Screen Takeoff or similar), BIM tools (Revit, Assemble, etc.), project management software (CMiC or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• 3-5 years of experience as a commercial construction estimator preferably within DPR’s core markets.
• Bachelor’s degree a plus but not required.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

Pay

This job is salaried.

Schedule

N/A