Senior Estimator QS: Lead Costing & Bids

Cloudstaff Philippines Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

WFH perks boxes

Career advancement

Company equipment (PC/Laptop and fiber

Social clubs and international growth

Job summary

Cloudstaff Philippines Inc. seeks a Senior Estimator to lead cost estimation for major projects. You will guide the estimation process from start to finish, mentor junior estimators, and ensure bids are competitive and well-informed.

You will analyze drawings and specs, coordinate with clients, PMs, contractors and suppliers, and manage quantity take-offs with precision. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
• 8-10 years of substantial experience in cost estimation for large-scale construction/engineering projects.
• Master’s degree or advanced certification in cost estimation or project management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage preparation of comprehensive cost estimates for materials, labour, and equipment.
• Analyse technical drawings, specs, and project requirements to determine cost implications.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, contractors, and suppliers to reflect market conditions.
• Oversee quantity take-offs and maintain records of estimates and historical data.
• Mentor junior estimators and ensure bids are competitive and informed.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Cost estimation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management/Engineering

Master’s degree or advanced certification

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

CostX

AutoCAD

Job description

Cloudstaff Philippines Inc. seeks a Senior Estimator to lead cost estimation for major projects. You will guide the estimation process from start to finish, mentor junior estimators, and ensure bids are competitive and well-informed.

You will analyze drawings and specs, coordinate with clients, PMs, contractors and suppliers, and manage quantity take-offs with precision. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.