Estimator at J G DRYWALL and Closet Pro – Carnegie, Pennsylvania

JG Drywall is a growing specialty contractor providing drywall, insulation, waterproofing, and ClosetPRO shelving solutions for residential and commercial builders. This role is focused strictly on estimating — not project management or subcontractor supervision. The ideal candidate has experience pricing both residential and commercial construction projects and understands how to build profitable, accurate bids.

Schedule: Approximately 80% office / 20% field

Must maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Role Overview
• Perform detailed takeoffs for drywall, insulation, waterproofing, and ClosetPRO projects
• Interpret both digital and printed blueprints
• Use PlanSwift to complete accurate quantity takeoffs
• Build estimates in Excel based on material, labor, overhead, and target profit margins
• Enter and track estimates in QuickBooks
• Communicate directly with builders regarding scope, clarifications, and revisions
• Field incoming bid requests and new project inquiries
• Work with Project Managers on change orders and scope updates
• Conduct field measurements when required

Qualifications

• Experience estimating residential and commercial construction projects

• Proficiency in PlanSwift

• Strong Excel skills

• Working knowledge of job costing and profit margin structure

• Experience using QuickBooks for estimates

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings accurately

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Highly organized and detail-driven

What We Offer

• $65,000 annual salary

• Company vehicle

• Benefits package

• Stable, growing company with long-term opportunity

• Clear role focus — estimating only