Estimator / Senior Estimator – Division 9 (Industrial Construction)

Location: Tucker / North Atlanta, GA (In-Office)

Overview

We are working with a well-established, family-owned specialty contractor with over 50 years of operating history. The firm is a recognized leader in Division 9 subcontracting, delivering high-volume industrial and commercial projects across regional and national markets.

Due to continued growth and a strong backlog, they are seeking an Estimator or Senior Estimator to support their industrial and tilt-up construction division, with a primary focus on painting, drywall, caulking, and flooring scopes.

This is a long-term opportunity with direct access to ownership, a collaborative preconstruction environment, and clear advancement potential for estimators who want stability and influence.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and pricing for Division 9 scopes, including painting, drywall, caulking, and flooring
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and addenda to develop accurate and competitive bids
• Utilize On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam, and internal estimating systems
• Participate in bid reviews, scope alignment, and pricing strategy discussions
• Collaborate closely with preconstruction leadership, ownership, and project management
• Support bid handoff and transition to operations as projects are awarded
• Assist with value engineering, scope clarifications, and negotiated work as needed

Project Profile

• Project Types: Industrial, tilt-up, slab-on-grade, spec warehouse, and select commercial projects
• Typical Project Size: $500K – $5M (Division 9 scopes)
• Delivery Methods: Mix of hard-bid and negotiated work
• Bid Volume: High-volume industrial estimating environment with repeat GC relationships

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role is well-suited for someone who:

• Has experience estimating Division 9 construction scopes
• Is comfortable owning take-offs and pricing from start to finish
• Has exposure to industrial or large commercial construction
• Enjoys working in a hands-on, collaborative estimating team
• Values stability, long-term growth, and access to decision-makers
• Is comfortable working in-office with flexibility developing over time

Required Experience & Skills

• 3+ years of estimating experience in painting, drywall, caulking, flooring, or related specialty trades
• Strong understanding of construction documents and specifications
• Proficiency with OST and Bluebeam
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously
• Clear communication skills and attention to detail

Senior Estimator candidates should bring additional experience reviewing bids, mentoring junior estimators, or supporting pricing strategy.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with incentive-based bonus structure
• Top estimators earn approximately 15-20% of base annually in bonus
• 100% employer-paid healthcare
• Car allowance and gas card
• Participation in a recently launched ESOP
• Long-term career growth with a stable, high-performing contractor
• Direct access to ownership and executive leadership

Why This Opportunity

• Family-owned company with hands-on leadership
• Strong backlog and consistent industrial bid volume
• Proven estimating team with repeat clients
• ESOP provides long-term wealth-building opportunity
• Rare combination of stability, growth, and estimator influence