Estimator

OPTIMAL Unlimited; Manila; On-site; PHP 446,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

OPTIMAL Unlimited in Manila is seeking an experienced Estimator to translate inspection data into complete pricing proposals. This desk-based role involves developing estimates with materials, labor, scope, subcontractor costs, and margins for sales teams.

You will review inspection details, price materials using estimating software integrated with suppliers, compute labor costs and subcontractor bids, and ensure accuracy before delivering estimates to sales and operations promptly.

Qualifications

• 2 years of estimator experience in construction, remodeling, restoration, or home services.
• Familiarity with construction labor rates, wages, and material costs.
• Experience pricing subcontractors and bid comparisons.
• Experience applying margins and markups to proposals.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets and email/sharing tools.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Review inspection details, notes, and photos to define a clear scope of work for each job.
• Research and apply current material pricing using estimating software with Home Depot integration.
• Determine labor costs, crew requirements, and subcontractor quotes; compare to keep estimates competitive.
• Build complete, pricing-ready estimates with materials, labor, scope, and pricing in the estimating software.
• Return finalized estimates to sales and operations within agreed turnaround times; clarify scope as needed.
• Maintain organized records of every estimate and learn new tools to improve workflows.

Skills

Estimator experience

Costing & margins

Attention to detail

Written communication

Time management

Technical aptitude

Learning new tools

Tools

Excel/Sheets

Builder estimating software

Home Depot integration

Job description

Estimator

Overview

The Estimator provides dedicated back-office estimating support across the sales andoperations teams. The primary focus of this role is to turn inspection data into complete,accurate, pricing-ready proposals, covering materials, labor, scope of work, subcontractorcosts, and margins.

The Estimator serves as the link between the field inspectors and the sales team. The individual will receive the information and photos gathered by inspectors on site, build thefull estimate in the estimating software, and return finalized estimates to sales andoperations promptly, so salespeople can follow up with customers while opportunities are stillwarm. This is a desk-based role with no site visits and no customer-facing responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Inspection Review and Scope of Work

• Review inspection details, notes, and photos submitted by field inspectors. Understandthe construction components involved and define a clear, accurate scope of work foreach job.
• Confirm the inspection data is complete enough to build an estimate, and flag missinginformation or unusual site conditions before finalizing.

2. Material Pricing and Research

• Research and look up current material pricing using estimating software thatintegrates with Home Depot and other suppliers.

• Apply catalog pricing accurately and verify material costs against supplier data. Keeppricing and supplier information up to date.

3. Labor and Subcontractor Costing

• Determine labor costs, crew requirements, and hourly rates for each task in the scopeof work.Identify and price subcontractor costs where work falls outside in-house capability.

• Compare labor and subcontractor costs against current rates to keep estimatescompetitive and realistic.

4. Estimate Building and Margins

1. Build complete, pricing-ready estimates and proposals inside the estimating software,with materials, labor, scope, and pricing clearly laid out.

• Apply the appropriate company margins and markups to produce final customerpricing.Review every estimate for accuracy and completeness before release.

5. Delivery and Team Coordination

• Return finalized estimates to the sales and operations teams within agreed turnaroundtimes.
• Communicate clearly with inspectors and salespeople to clarify scope, answerquestions, and handle revisions.Keep sales informed on estimate status so customer follow-up is never delayed.

6. Systems, Records, and Process

• Maintain organized records of every estimate produced, including the inspection datait was based on.Use the estimating software and related tools effectively, learning new systems andfeatures as the company's tools evolve.

• Recommend practical improvements to estimating workflows and templates to helpthe team move faster and stay consistent.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as an estimator in construction, remodeling, restoration, or home services.
• Working knowledge of construction labor rates, hourly wages, and material costs
• Familiarity with subcontractor pricing and bid comparison.
• Experience applying margins and markups to build final proposals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, email, shared drives, and messaging tools for receiving inspection data and submitting completed estimates.
• Exceptional attention to detail and numerical accuracy when preparing estimates.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to clarify missing information, flag discrepancies, and provide clear, accurate estimates to the sales and operations teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting deadlines and turnaround targets.
• Strong technical aptitude and the ability to work across multiple software platforms and learn new tools quickly.
• Proficiency in estimating software, preferably Builder, including the ability to use its Home Depot integration to retrieve real-time material pricing.