Remote Estimator & Detailer — Timber Framing & Trusses

D2B; Philippines; Remote; PHP 670,000 - 781,000; Full time

Job summary

D2B is seeking an Estimator/Detailer in the Philippines to join its timber framing and pre-cut manufacturing team. Reporting to the Pre-Cut Manager, you’ll begin with accurate material take-offs and preliminary cost estimations, then receive training in MiTek and Pryda detailing software to progress into full detailing responsibilities.

Working hours align with NZ time zones, offering a structured, growth-focused environment where accuracy and collaboration are valued.

Qualifications

• A tertiary degree or diploma in architecture, draughting, building construction, quantity surveying, or equivalent practical hands‑on industry experience.
• Estimating experience with plan take-offs and timber framing requirements.
• Strong reading of architectural plans with exposure to MiTek/Pryda or similar structural software.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Quantity Take-Offs: Analyze architectural drawings and structural plans to produce precise timber and hardware material take-offs.
• Costing & Material Preparation: Calculate required material quantities and prepare accurate preliminary estimates for internal review.
• Software Familiarization: Utilize estimating tools and foundational MiTek/Pryda features to build complete component schedules.
• Detailing Training & Execution: Progress under Team Leader guidance to prepare accurate production and layout drawings using MiTek/Pryda software.
• Workload Management: Balance day-to-day estimating and detailing tasks efficiently to meet established project deadlines.
• Internal Communication: Liaise clearly in English with internal team members, the Team Leader, and factory/production departments to clarify design and material requirements (external communication with clients and suppliers is handled by the Team Leader).
• Systems & Documentation: Maintain meticulous digital records, software data, and required administrative or safety documentation.

Skills

Estimating

Plan reading

Education

Bachelor's/ Diploma in Architecture, Draughting, Building Construction, Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Tools

MiTek

Pryda

Job description

D2B is seeking an Estimator/Detailer in the Philippines to join its timber framing and pre-cut manufacturing team. Reporting to the Pre-Cut Manager, you’ll begin with accurate material take-offs and preliminary cost estimations, then receive training in MiTek and Pryda detailing software to progress into full detailing responsibilities.

Working hours align with NZ time zones, offering a structured, growth-focused environment where accuracy and collaboration are valued.