Senior Estimator Commercial Drywall & Metal Stud Framing
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Construction
Estimator, Building & Residential Construction, Construction Labor & Trades
Senior Estimator - Commercial Drywall & Metal Stud Framing
Join One of Arizona's Premier Commercial Drywall and Metal Framing Contractors
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Drywall Estimator who understands complex commercial interiors and can accurately estimate large-scale projects involving metal stud framing, drywall, acoustical ceilings, insulation, specialty wall systems, and tenant improvement work.
We're specifically interested in candidates who have worked for respected commercial wall and ceiling contractors where estimating sophisticated commercial drywall and framing packages is the norm.
If you're the person who consistently wins work because your takeoffs are accurate, your numbers are sharp, and project teams trust your judgment, we want to talk.
What You'll Be Doing
- Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates for commercial drywall and framing projects.
- Analyze plans, specifications, addenda, and bid documents.
- Price metal stud framing, drywall systems, specialty ceilings, insulation, FRP, shafts, acoustical assemblies, and related scopes.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
- Identify scope gaps, value engineering opportunities, and risk factors.
- Collaborate with operations, project management, and field leadership during preconstruction.
- Participate in bid reviews, budget development, and proposal preparation.
- Support negotiated and hard-bid projects across commercial construction sectors.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
5+ years of commercial drywall estimating experience
Proven experience with:
- Metal stud framing
- Drywall systems
- Acoustical ceilings (ACTs)
- Plastering
- EIFS
- Stucco
- Commercial interior build-outs
- Large-scale commercial construction projects
Additional qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, assemblies, and sequencing.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
- Experience using estimating software and digital takeoff tools.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Background
Experience estimating projects for commercial wall and ceiling contractors performing complex commercial drywall and framing work.
Ideal candidates have estimated:
- Healthcare facilities
- Higher education projects
- Corporate offices
- Municipal and government facilities
- Hospitality projects
- Large tenant improvements
- Ground-up commercial construction
Why Join Us?
You'll have the opportunity to work on significant commercial projects while being part of a company that values expertise, accountability, and high performance. We're looking for professionals who take pride in their work, understand what it takes to compete at a high level, and want to help drive continued growth.
What You'll Get
- $120,000-$150,000++ Base Salary, depending on experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Health benefits
- PTO and paid holidays
- Long-term career growth
- Stable pipeline of commercial projects
- Collaborative leadership team
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on company success
The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator, or experienced Estimator who is currently with a major commercial drywall contractor and has a strong track record of good tenure at previous employers. The ideal candidate is seeking:
- More influence over decisions
- Greater earning potential
- A stronger voice within the organization
- The opportunity to build something rather than be just another number
If you've been an Estimator for multimillion-dollar drywall and framing projects for at least 5+ Years, and have a reputation for accuracy, urgency, and winning work, and want to be apart of an incredible team built on trust and comradery, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today. For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.
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