Commercial Construction Project Estimator
- Salary
- ₱55K/mo
- Hiring from
- Philippines
- Work type
- Remote
- Posted
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Join a commercial construction-related equipment manufacturer and play a key role in preparing accurate estimates and project bids to help them win more business.
This is not just a data entry role. You’ll be expected to understand project drawings and specifications, identify important details, and make sure everything makes sense before pricing a project. You’ll have ownership of your work and contribute to building clear, accurate, and competitive proposals.
Responsibilities
- Review architectural and construction drawings, specifications, and project scope to understand requirements.
- Develop detailed cost estimates, proposals, and bid submissions.
- Read and interpret drawings to identify project scope, quantities, materials, and bid requirements.
- Mark up drawings and make updates based on project requirements or changes.
- Create or modify plans and layouts based on existing drawings and project requirements.
- Review construction documents and identify missing information, inconsistencies, or potential issues.
- Support the estimating and bidding process from initial project review through proposal preparation.
- Coordinate with project stakeholders, including owners, Project Managers, Superintendents, Subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Reach out to suppliers and subcontractors to gather pricing and confirm project details.
- Manage multiple bid requests and project opportunities while meeting deadlines.
- Prepare clear and complete proposals and estimates based on project requirements.
- Assist with pricing discussions, revisions, and adjustments as needed.
- Maintain organized project documentation and ensure information is accurate and up to date.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in construction, architecture, drafting, BIM, estimating, or a related field.
- Strong experience reading and interpreting architectural and construction drawings.
- Experience marking up drawings and creating or modifying plans and layouts.
- Comfortable working with construction, drafting, estimating, or BIM software.
- Experience with tools such as ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, SketchUp, or similar is a strong plus.
- Experience with construction estimating, bidding, project documentation, or bid coordination.
- Background working with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, or trades is a strong plus.
- Previous experience supporting U.S.-based construction projects or clients preferred.
- Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Able to work independently and use good judgment when reviewing project information.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of project requests.
- Must be available to work hours aligned with U.S. time zones.
- Reliable internet connection and dedicated work-from-home setup required.
Salary and Benefits
- Base salary: PHP 55,000 per month
- 100% remote / work-from-home
- PTO and paid holidays