Senior Estimator
Frederick Fox, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
Senior Drywall & Acoustical Estimator -
Fort Lauderdale, FL (Relocation Supported)
Full-Time | On-Site
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
We are working with a well-established, high-performing commercial drywall and acoustical ceilings subcontractor in Fort Lauderdale that is looking for a
Senior Drywall & Acoustical Estimator . This is a high-impact role with a clear succession path to
Chief Estimator , including the opportunity to build and lead the estimating team over time. The company specializes in commercial interiors and has a strong backlog of repeat business with top general contractors.
Key Responsibilities Perform complete and accurate quantity takeoffs for drywall, metal framing, exterior sheathing, and acoustical ceiling systems Price both material and labor (company-specific labor rates can be taught) Own the full bid cycle — from pre-construction through final bid submission Prepare professional bid packages, scope narratives, inclusions/exclusions, and clarifications Collaborate closely with operations, field teams, and leadership on constructability, value engineering, and cost optimization Support seamless project handoff and ongoing cost control Long-term: hire, train, mentor, and manage junior estimators as you transition into the Chief Estimator role
Who We’re Looking For
The client is open to two strong profiles: -High-Potential / Growth-Oriented
Younger, sharp estimator with strong fundamentals in drywall takeoffs and a clear desire to grow into a Chief Estimator leadership role. xsgimln
-Experienced / Senior
Mid-career professionals who bring deep drywall and acoustical estimating experience and leadership potential.
Background Requirements Hands-on drywall and/or acoustical ceilings estimating experience is
required Background from a
drywall subcontractor or specialty interiors firm
is preferred Candidates with a
mix of drywall sub experience + some GC/preconstruction exposure
are now welcome Pure GC-only estimators without meaningful drywall sub experience will
not
be considered Software-agnostic mindset (team recently transitioned to QuickBid — previous platforms are welcome)
Compensation & Benefits Junior / Growth Profile : $80,000 – $90,000 base Experienced / Senior Profile : Up to
$150,000
base Performance bonus potential Full benefits package Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
Why This Role Clear runway to
Chief Estimator
with real leadership responsibility Opportunity to build and scale the estimating function Work with a stable, growth-oriented company that has strong backlog and repeat GC relationships High visibility and direct impact on the business
Fort Lauderdale, FL (Relocation Supported)
Full-Time | On-Site
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
We are working with a well-established, high-performing commercial drywall and acoustical ceilings subcontractor in Fort Lauderdale that is looking for a
Senior Drywall & Acoustical Estimator . This is a high-impact role with a clear succession path to
Chief Estimator , including the opportunity to build and lead the estimating team over time. The company specializes in commercial interiors and has a strong backlog of repeat business with top general contractors.
Key Responsibilities Perform complete and accurate quantity takeoffs for drywall, metal framing, exterior sheathing, and acoustical ceiling systems Price both material and labor (company-specific labor rates can be taught) Own the full bid cycle — from pre-construction through final bid submission Prepare professional bid packages, scope narratives, inclusions/exclusions, and clarifications Collaborate closely with operations, field teams, and leadership on constructability, value engineering, and cost optimization Support seamless project handoff and ongoing cost control Long-term: hire, train, mentor, and manage junior estimators as you transition into the Chief Estimator role
Who We’re Looking For
The client is open to two strong profiles: -High-Potential / Growth-Oriented
Younger, sharp estimator with strong fundamentals in drywall takeoffs and a clear desire to grow into a Chief Estimator leadership role. xsgimln
-Experienced / Senior
Mid-career professionals who bring deep drywall and acoustical estimating experience and leadership potential.
Background Requirements Hands-on drywall and/or acoustical ceilings estimating experience is
required Background from a
drywall subcontractor or specialty interiors firm
is preferred Candidates with a
mix of drywall sub experience + some GC/preconstruction exposure
are now welcome Pure GC-only estimators without meaningful drywall sub experience will
not
be considered Software-agnostic mindset (team recently transitioned to QuickBid — previous platforms are welcome)
Compensation & Benefits Junior / Growth Profile : $80,000 – $90,000 base Experienced / Senior Profile : Up to
$150,000
base Performance bonus potential Full benefits package Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
Why This Role Clear runway to
Chief Estimator
with real leadership responsibility Opportunity to build and scale the estimating function Work with a stable, growth-oriented company that has strong backlog and repeat GC relationships High visibility and direct impact on the business