Estimator

Estimator

Job Description

The Estimator will assist in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial drywall and related projects. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn the trade, develop strong estimating skills, etc.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Assist estimators with quantity takeoffs for drywall, framing, ceilings, and related scopes.
• Prepare bid packages, proposals, and maintain organized records of bids, budgets, and revisions.
• Communicate with vendors and subcontractors to obtain pricing.
• Support project handoffs from estimating to operations.
• Stay up to date with industry standards, products, and construction methods.

Essential Skills

• Estimation
• Bidding
• Blueprint interpretation
• Construction management
• Estimating software proficiency
• Preconstruction
• Quantity takeoffs
• Drywall, framing, and ceilings knowledge
• Bid packages and proposals preparation
• RFIs
• Subcontractor coordination
• Engineering
• Commercial construction
• Pricing and cost estimation
• 5-10 years of construction or estimating experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Project management
• Purchasing
• Budgeting
• General contractor experience
• Quoting

Work Environment

The company is a leading commercial drywall and interiors contractor specializing in walls, ceilings, and high-quality finishes. The team takes pride in delivering projects on time, on budget, and above expectations. They are seeking a motivated Junior Drywall Estimator to join their growing team.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Collegeville, PA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.86/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Collegeville,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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