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Construction Estimator

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Summary

A remote Construction Estimator prepares cost estimates for U.S. residential remodeling and commercial construction projects using industry software like PlanSwift and Bluebeam.

Job Title: Construction Estimator

Job Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: Monday–Friday, U.S. Pacific Time (California)

Salary: $1,500–$2,500 USD/month (depending on experience)

Location: Latin America

About the Company

Our client is a growing U.S.-based construction company specializing in residential remodeling and commercial construction projects. With a commitment to quality, accuracy, and client satisfaction, the company is expanding its operations and is seeking a dedicated estimator to support its continued growth. This is an opportunity to work directly with company leadership in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while contributing to a wide variety of construction projects.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Construction Estimator to join our client's team on a full-time remote basis. This role is ideal for someone with strong U.S. construction estimating experience who can independently prepare accurate, competitive, and profitable cost estimates for residential and commercial projects.

The successful candidate will work closely with company leadership, manage multiple estimating requests, and play a key role in supporting the company's sales and project acquisition efforts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for residential remodeling and commercial construction projects.

  • Perform quantity takeoffs using construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.

  • Develop complete estimate proposals, including labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, overhead, and management costs.

  • Review project plans and specifications to identify scope, risks, and pricing requirements.

  • Ensure estimates maintain healthy profit margins while remaining competitive.

  • Coordinate with company leadership to clarify project scope and pricing strategies.

  • Maintain organized estimating records and documentation.

  • Meet estimating deadlines to support bidding and business development activities.

  • Continuously monitor U.S. construction pricing trends and market conditions.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent professional estimating experience).

  • Minimum of 3 years of U.S. construction estimating experience.

  • Strong experience estimating residential remodeling and/or commercial construction projects.

  • Advanced proficiency in:

    • PlanSwift

    • Bluebeam

    • Microsoft Excel

    • Other industry-standard estimating software

  • Strong understanding of U.S. construction methods, materials, and pricing.

  • Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and engineering drawings.

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience estimating both residential and commercial construction projects.

  • Knowledge of multiple construction delivery methods.

  • Experience developing value engineering recommendations.

  • Proven ability to produce accurate, profitable estimates in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

  • Full-time remote position.

  • Long-term opportunity with a growing U.S. construction company.

  • Direct collaboration with company leadership.

  • Exposure to a variety of residential and commercial projects.

  • Competitive monthly compensation based on experience and expertise.

What this application asks

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Full Name, Email, Resume (Must be formatted in English)

  • Phone/WhatsApp
  • Linkedin Profile URL written answer · optional
  • Where are you located/working from?
  • What is your level of English proficiency? choose one
  • What is your monthly salary expectation in USD? (Full-time)
  • This role will be required to work in the US timezone. Are you amenable to working in the U.S. timezone? yes / no
  • Are you comfortable being an independent contractor?  yes / no · optional
  • How many years of professional U.S. construction estimating experience do you have?  choose one
  • Which project types have you estimated? (Select all that apply.)  choose any
  • Which estimating software have you used professionally? (Select all that apply.)  choose any
  • How comfortable are you reading and interpreting U.S. construction plans and specifications?  choose one
  • Have you prepared complete cost estimates including labor, materials, subcontractors, equipment, overhead, and profit? yes / no
  • Have you worked directly with U.S.-based contractors or construction companies? yes / no

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