Engenheiro Orçamentista - Inglês Fluente - Remoto

Utopia Design; Porto Alegre; On-site; BRL 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global project exposure

International team

High ownership culture

Growth opportunities

Flexible collaboration formats

End-to-end project lifecycle

Job summary

Utopia Design is seeking a skilled Construction Estimator to join our project team focused on boutique hospitality properties. You will prepare cost estimates, manage budgets, analyze project costs, and support procurement and contract administration through the project lifecycle.

You will report to the Project Manager and collaborate with architects, interior designers, engineers, FF&E procurement, and client representatives to ensure accurate, timely reports and updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in estimation, quantity surveying, civil engineering, architecture or related field.
• 6+ years of proven experience as an estimator in construction projects.
• 3+ years of proven experience in high-end hospitality/residential projects.
• Experience estimating budgets for construction projects over US$20M.
• Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, Revit, AutoCAD.
• Strong network of industry connections with contractors, subcontractors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis to estimate materials, machinery, equipment and labour costs for construction projects
• Develop bills of quantities for construction activities
• Prepare cost estimates and budgets for construction projects
• Prepare detailed construction schedules for construction projects
• Review and challenge proposals from contractors, subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare and submit progress reports and variations to stakeholders
• Quote materials, machinery, equipment, labour and services
• Resolve any disputes related to costs or contracts

Skills

Fluent English

Google Sheets

Excel

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor's degree in estimation, quantity surveying, civil engineering, architecture or related field

Tools

Google Sheets

Excel

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Role Description

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Construction Estimator to join our project team within the real estate development and construction business, focusing on boutique hospitality assets.
In this role, you will be responsible for preparing cost estimates, managing budgets, analyzing project costs, and supporting procurement and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle. You should be able to work independently on day-to-day tasks, coordinate with the project team when needed, and deliver accurate reports and updates regularly. You will report to the Project Manager but collaborate closely with the entire design and construction team, including architects, interior designers, structural and MEP engineers, the FF&E procurement team, and client representatives.
This role will focus primarily on detailed cost estimations. Engagement in detailed estimation (AACE Class 3 and 2) will be around 80%, with involvement in early stages (AACE Class 5 and 4) up to 20%.
We expect you to be fluent in English and proficient in software such as Google Sheets, AutoCAD and Revit. Knowledge of procurement processes, tender documentation, and contract administration is also required.
To succeed in this role, you should have excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills, be punctual, detail-oriented, and motivated to deliver accurate and timely results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis to estimate materials, machinery, equipment and labour costs for construction projects
• Develop bills of quantities for construction activities
• Prepare cost estimates and budgets for construction projects
• Prepare detailed construction schedules for construction projects
• Review and challenge proposals from contractors, subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare and submit progress reports and variations to stakeholders
• Quote materials, machinery, equipment, labour and services
• Resolve any disputes related to costs or contracts

Requirements

• Education
• Bachelor's degree in estimation, quantity surveying, civil engineering, architecture or other related field
• Work Experience
• Proven experience as an estimator in construction projects (+6 years)
• Proven experience as an estimator in high-end hospitality/residential projects (+3 years)
• Proven experience estimating budgets for construction projects over $20M USD
• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, Revit, AutoCAD)
• Proven built network of industry connections and relationships with contractors, subcontractors and suppliers

Benefits

• Global project exposure - work on luxury hospitality projects across Europe, Africa, and Latin America
• A truly international team - collaborate across cultures, disciplines, and time zones with people bringing diverse perspectives and expertise
• High ownership environment aswe value initiative, independent thinking, and people who are ready to take responsibility for meaningful work
• Growth opportunities as we scale rapidly, we create new opportunities internally and support team members in expanding their scope and responsibilities
• Flexible formats of collaboration. Depending on the role, we offer fully remote, hybrid, and on-site opportunities designed to support effective collaboration and individual productivity
• Work on projects from concept to realization: contribute across the full architectural journey, from early vision and planning to execution and operational experience