Position Overview
Maxima Walls and Ceilings is seeking a high-performing Estimator / Project Manager to join our commercial drywall division. This role requires full ownership of Drywall, Steel Stud, and Insulation take-offs, estimating, project execution, change order management, billing, and cost control. Candidates must be detail-driven, organized, and accountable for results.
Core ResponsibilitiesEstimating & Take-Offs
- Complete Drywall, Steel Stud, and Insulation take-offs for commercial and multifamily projects
- Prepare 5–10 accurate and competitive bids per month
- Review drawings, specifications, and addenda for scope gaps, coordination issues, and risk
- Develop labor, material, and equipment pricing based on productivity rates
- Prepare clear inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications
- Assist with value engineering and alternate pricing
Project Management
- Overview projects from award through final completion
- Coordinate with site superintendents, general contractors, consultants, and inspectors
- Review contracts in the awarding phase of the project.
Change Order Management
- Identify, price, submit, track, and bill all change orders
- Review RFIs, site instructions, revisions, and field conditions for extra work
- Ensure change orders are documented, approved, and captured financially
- Follow up with general contractors until approval and billing is secured
Billing & Financial Control
- Prepare and submit monthly Schedules of Values (SOVs)
- Submit progress billings accurately and on time
- Monitor job cost reports and protect margins
- Identify cost overruns early and implement corrective actions
- Support project close-out, deficiencies, and warranty items
Performance Expectations
- Consistently meet 5–10 bids per month
- Maintain strong bid accuracy and project profitability
- Capture and bill 100% of eligible change orders
- Submit monthly SOVs on time with minimal revisions
- Take full ownership of results
Qualifications
- 4+ years experience in commercial drywall estimating and/or project management
- Proven experience with Drywall, Steel Stud, and Insulation take-offs
- Strong drawing interpretation and scope coordination skills
- Solid understanding of labor productivity and construction sequencing
- Highly organized, self-directed, and accountable
- Proficiency with estimating software and Excel
What We Offer
- Top wages for top performers
- Performance-based bonuses tied to profitability, schedule, and results
- Long-term growth with a scaling commercial contractor
- Stable pipeline of large commercial and multifamily projects
- Performance-driven, professional work environment
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Freelance
Pay: $67,802.40-$148,159.97 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6B 3C1
