Director of Estimating

Scott Humphrey has partnered with a reputable firm to assist with finding their next Director of Estimating with a specialization in commercial drywall to lead their estimating department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the estimating department, providing leadership, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members.
• Develop and implement estimating policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to set departmental goals and objectives aligned with company strategy.
• Lead the preparation of detailed and accurate estimates for commercial drywall projects, including material, labor, and equipment costs.
• Review and approve all estimates and bids to ensure competitiveness and alignment with company profitability goals.
• Analyze bid specifications, blueprints, and drawings to develop a thorough understanding of project scope.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather pricing and ensure bid accuracy.
• Negotiate with vendors and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and ensure quality standards.
• Represent the company in pre-bid meetings and negotiations, providing expertise on drywall systems and industry trends.
• Monitor the financial performance of awarded projects to ensure alignment with estimated costs.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on bid results, win/loss ratios, and market trends.
• Evaluate historical data to refine estimating practices and improve future bid accuracy.
• Stay informed about market conditions, labor costs, material pricing, and emerging technologies in commercial drywall.
• Identify opportunities for growth and new business development within the drywall sector.
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to align estimating strategies with overall company objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in estimating, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the commercial drywall industry.
• Proven track record of successfully bidding and winning large-scale commercial drywall projects.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar) and construction project management tools.
• Strong understanding of drywall systems, assemblies, and installation methods.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.

About Scott-Humphrey

We are a national recruitment practice specializing in Construction, Real Estate, Legal, Pharma/Med Device, Digital Marketing, Creative, & Shared Services recruitment. We focus on establishing mutually beneficial partnerships with industry leaders through consistent delivery of top talent in this candidate-driven market.

We understand the challenges our candidates and clients face when working with firms lacking the agility to adapt to their partner's needs. Our goal at SH is to fill that gap by offering unique tailored solutions to each of our partners regardless of title or company size.