Commercial Drywall Estimator
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Job Summary
Solid Rock Recruiting- The #1 Commercial Drywall Recruiting Firm in the USA
Commercial Drywall Estimator
Location: York PA
Work Style: In-office (local candidates only)
Territory: Central PA with limited MD travel (within 22.5 hours)
Solid Rock Recruiting is hiring on behalf of a well-established commercial drywall contractor seeking an In-House Drywall Estimator. This is a long-term opportunity for someone who wants more than just a desk rolesomeone who enjoys estimating communicating with GCs and being connected to the field.
This position is ideal for an estimator who wants to grow with a company build relationships and eventually step into greater responsibility.
The Role
This is not a heads-down-only estimating position.
The right person will handle commercial drywall takeoffs while also:
Following up on bids
Talking with general contractors
Visiting jobsites
Working closely with ownership and operations
Youll be trusted to wear multiple hats and contribute to the companys long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare commercial drywall estimates (8090% commercial)
Perform takeoffs using On-Screen Takeoff & QuickBid (preferred)
Estimate projects typically ranging from $250K$650K
Occasionally support larger projects (up to $2M)
Follow up with GCs to sell and clarify bids
Visit jobsites to improve estimating accuracy and productivity
Build relationships with field teams and contractors
Collaborate directly with ownership and operations
No formal project management responsibilities
Project Types
Commercial interior fit-outs
Metal framing and drywall
Office and commercial buildings
Ideal Candidate Profile
Early-to-mid career mindset preferred (growth-oriented)
Some construction or field exposure is a plus
Estimating experience preferred but not required to be perfect
Coachable team-oriented and motivated
Comfortable communicating with GCs and visiting jobsites
This is not a fit if you are:
Looking for a remote role
Rigid or resistant to learning
Only interested in senior-level autonomy with no collaboration
Experience Guidelines (Flexible)
02 years: Entry-level / investment hire possible
35 years: Ideal range
Drywall & metal framing experience is a strong plus
On-Screen Takeoff & QuickBid experience is a major advantage
Compensation & Benefits
Salary (based on experience):
Bonus potential based on performance and contribution
Benefits include:
Health insurance
PTO and holidays
401(k) with company match
Strong retention-focused culture
Why This Opportunity
Family-style people-first culture
Employees treated as individualsnot numbers
Stable established company (in business since 1997)
$20M annual revenue
Long-term growth and leadership potential
Ownership values loyalty longevity and internal development
Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
Must be local and able to work in-office
Must be open to jobsite visits
Must be comfortable interacting with general contractors
Open-shop (non-union) environment
This Role Is Great For:
Assistant estimators ready to step up
Project engineers with estimating exposure
Field foreman transitioning into estimating
Estimators at large firms seeking a smaller family-run company
Candidates who have hit a growth ceiling and want more opportunity
For more information contact:
John Chisham
605.502.1385
Or apply directly to this posting for a confidential conversation.
Key Skills
- Bluebeam
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- HeavyBid
- Math
- Sage
- Pricing
- Cost Control
- Restoration
- Roofing
- Microsoft Excel
- Auto Estimating
