Job Description:

Inline Drywall Illinois, Inc. is a union commercial drywall and carpentry contractor operating in the Chicago metropolitan area, self-performing metal stud framing, drywall, acoustic ceilings, rough and finish carpentry on ground-up and interior build-out commercial projects. The Estimator / Project Manager is a hybrid role responsible for both preparing competitive bid proposals and managing assigned projects through construction, providing full ownership of assigned work from initial bid through closeout.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay  
• Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program 
• Annual Education Allowance 
• Generous Referral Program 
• Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events 
• Discounted hotel stays in multiple locations through our Hospitality brand. 

What Will You do?

• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare complete, competitive bid proposals for drywall and carpentry scopes

• Apply current CRCC wage and fringe benefit rates to labor estimates and solicit vendor/material pricing

• Transition awarded projects from estimate to execution, including buyout, subcontracts, and purchase orders

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and manpower plans in coordination with union Foremen

• Coordinate dispatch of union labor through the CRCC hiring hall as project needs require

• Track job costs, manage change orders, and prepare monthly billing (AIA G702/G703)

• Manage submittals, RFIs, and coordination with the general contractor, architect, and other trades

• Ensure compliance with the Company's safety program and applicable union agreements on active jobsites

• Maintain estimating and project documentation, including historical cost and productivity data

What You Bring

• 3+ years of combined estimating and project management experience in commercial construction, drywall/carpentry scope preferred

• Working knowledge of union labor agreements, CRCC experience strongly preferred

• Proficiency with Bluebeam, QuickBid, On-Screen Takeoff, MS Project/Procore, and Microsoft Excel

• Ability to manage competing priorities across preconstruction and active field operations

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience

Salary Range:

$110,000 - $150,000

About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.