Civil Estimator

MicroSourcing International; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage from day one

Paid time off with cash conversion

Group life insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

MicroSourcing in Parañaque City invites a Civil Estimator to join its hybrid day-shift team. You will develop detailed civil estimates for earthworks, drainage, concrete, and schedules, preparing tender packages and cost breakdowns.

You will review designs and geotechnical reports, evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers, identify risks, and perform value engineering. You will mentor junior estimators and help standardize bidding templates to improve margins.

Qualifications

• Tertiary civil engineering degree or equivalent technical discipline.
• Proven track record preparing tender submissions and first-principles cost estimates.
• Ability to interpret civil drawings, earthworks models, geotechnical reports.
• High proficiency in MS Excel for cost modelling and BOQ forecasting.
• Experience drafting and evaluating RFIs and commercial quotes with clients and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Tender and cost estimate preparation with detailed cost breakdowns.
• Review civil designs, site plans, geotechnical reports to assess scope and quantities.
• Solicit quotes from subcontractors and material suppliers; evaluate bids.
• Identify risks and perform value engineering for competitive bids.
• Compile forecast cost reports and track estimating budgets.
• Mentor junior estimators and improve bidding templates and workflows.

Skills

Civil estimating experience

Cost estimation

RFI drafting

Client & supplier communication

Team mentorship

Education

Tertiary Civil Engineering

Postgraduate qualifications in engineering management

Tools

FirstBench

Cubit

Expert Estimation

Candy

Benchmark Estimating

Job description

Discover your 100% YOU with MicroSourcing!

Position: Civil Estimator

Location: Harton Corporate Center, Parañaque City

Work setup & shift: Hybrid | Day Shift

Why join MicroSourcing

You'll Have

• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy above-market compensation, healthcare coverage on day one, paid time off with cash conversion, and group life insurance.
• A Collaborative Spirit: Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment by participating in company-sponsored events and activities.
• Work-Life Harmony: Benefit from flexible work arrangements that help you balance work and life.
• Career Growth: Take advantage of continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Inclusive Teamwork: Join a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture.

Your Role

As an Civil Estimator, you will:

• Tender & Cost Estimate Preparation: Develop detailed civil estimates and tender packages, incorporating comprehensive cost breakdowns for bulk earthworks, concrete, drainage, labor, plant/equipment, subcontracts, and project schedules.
• Technical Document & Drawing Analysis: Review civil engineering designs, site plans, geotechnical reports, and construction specifications to evaluate scope requirements, quantities, and site conditions.
• Subcontractor & Supplier Quote Evaluation: Issue Requests for Information (RFIs), solicit quotes from civil subcontractors and material suppliers, and evaluate bids against self-perform cost baselines.
• Risk Management & Value Engineering: Identify contractual and site-related risks, conduct value-engineering assessments, and recommend cost-reduction options for competitive bid packages.
• Financial Reporting & Forecasting: Compile forecast cost reports, track estimating budgets, and deliver commercial analyses to ensure compliance with pre-contract obligations and margin targets.
• Team Mentorship & Process Improvement: Provide technical guidance to junior estimators, standardize civil estimating templates, and optimize bidding workflows.

What You Need

Non-negotiables

• Tertiary Civil Engineering Qualification: Tertiary degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Civil Estimating Experience: Proven track record preparing tender submissions, compilation of first-principles cost estimates, and schedules for civil construction projects.
• Contractual & Civil Drawing Interpretation: Advanced capability to interpret civil engineering blueprints, earthworks models, structural drawings, geotechnical reports, and contract terms.
• Advanced MS Excel Skills: High proficiency in MS Excel for complex cost modeling, bill of quantities (BOQ) compilation, and financial forecasting.
• RFI & Commercial Communication: Demonstrated experience drafting, issuing, and evaluating RFIs, clarifications, and commercial quotes with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Preferred Skills/expertise

• Prior experience in heavy civil, earthworks, mining infrastructure, or multi-site construction sectors.
• Exposure to specialized civil estimating software (e.g., FirstBench, Cubit, Expert Estimation, Candy, or Benchmark Estimating).
• Postgraduate qualifications in engineering management, quantity surveying, or business administration.

About MicroSourcing

With over 9,000 professionals across 13 delivery centers, MicroSourcing is the pioneer and largest offshore provider of managed services in the Philippines.

Our commitment to 100% YOU

MicroSourcing believes that our strength lies in the diversity and talent of our people. We foster an inclusive culture that embraces all races, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds. We provide space for different perspectives and offer opportunities for everyone to thrive.

At MicroSourcing, equality isn't just a slogan—it's our way of life. We don't just accept your unique, authentic self—we celebrate it and value every contribution to our collective success and growth. Join us in celebrating YOU and your 100%!

For more information, visit https://www.microsourcing.com/

Terms & conditions apply.