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Drywall Estimator
T.J. McCartney is one of the leading drywall contractors in New England specializing in large-scale projects, including museums and office buildings, hospitals and high tech laboratories, condominiums and hotels, as well as office fit-ups. Join us for an amazing opportunity to thrive and grow your career in an environment that values people who are caring, curious and effective.
RELOCATION PROGRAM available for this position.
Job Description:
We are currently looking for a talented individual to serve as a Drywall Estimator for our growing team. This individual will play a pivotal role in assessing project costs, preparing bids, and serving as a mentor to our growing team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce complete and detailed estimates each requiring unique attention to detail and extensive communication with the project teams
- Create proposals with detailed specific clarifications, inclusions and exclusions
- Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
- Read and interpret bid documents, construction plans, schedules and specifications
- Provide constructibility comments and creative construction alternatives. Attend architect and owner meetings for review of costs and ideas to bring projects in on budget
- Handle multiple project estimates on tight deadlines
- Lead, with assistance from multiple resources, the development of construction cost estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.
- Maintain and update department database with current and accurate pricing from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, industry data, etc.
- Review design options as part of a project team to find solutions based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
- Track project data for historical productions and costs
- Determine labor and construction equipment costs
- Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
- Reflect honesty, integrity, consistency, positivity, and patience in all aspects of responsibility
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Construction Estimator, with a focus on drywall estimates for commercial construction projects
- Strong proficiency in Building and Construction estimating software and tools
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently.
- Solid interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Thorough understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry practices
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in estimating and documentation
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- General knowledge of construction principles, codes, and processes
In addition to tremendous potential with a growing organization, we offer you:
- Competitive total rewards package
- Robust health and dental plan
- 401k plan with employer contribution
- Generous PTO
- Disability and Life Insurance at no expense to you
- Matching non-profit grant program
- Learning and development opportunities
- Annual Bonus eligibility
EEO Statement: TJ McCartney provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. TJ McCartney will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at TJ McCartney, or anyone working on behalf of TJ McCartney.
