Steel Estimator

Real Hires; Philippines; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Real Hires is seeking an experienced Steel Estimator in the Philippines who can turn drawings into precise takeoffs, costs, and professional proposals. You will manage estimates from start to finish, ensuring profitability and accuracy.

What you bring includes proven steel estimating experience, the ability to interpret structural and architectural drawings, and familiarity with PlanSwift or Bluebeam. Strong English communication and multi-estimate management are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in steel estimating and takeoffs.
• Strong understanding of structural steel and construction.
• Ability to confidently read structural and architectural drawings.
• Experience with PlanSwift or Bluebeam is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate steel estimates and material takeoffs.
• Review structural and architectural drawings to identify project requirements.
• Calculate quantities, materials, labor, and overall project costs.
• Develop clear, professional project proposals.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams.
• Track revisions, project details, and estimating documentation.
• Support estimating and project coordination tasks as needed.

Skills

Steel estimating

Takeoffs

Reading drawings

English communication

Tools

PlanSwift

Bluebeam

Job description

Great steel projects start with accurate estimates.

Know structural steel? Strong with takeoffs? Love turning drawings into numbers you can stand behind?

We’re looking for an experienced, detail-driven Steel Estimator who can turn construction drawings into accurate takeoffs, reliable costs, and professional proposals.

If you can manage an estimate from start to finish and understand what it takes to build a project profitably, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare accurate steel estimates and material takeoffs.
• Review structural and architectural drawings to identify project requirements.
• Calculate quantities, materials, labor, and overall project costs.
• Develop clear, professional project proposals.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams.
• Track revisions, project details, and estimating documentation.
• Support estimating and project coordination tasks as needed.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in steel estimating and takeoffs.
• Strong understanding of structural steel and construction.
• Ability to confidently read structural and architectural drawings.
• Experience with PlanSwift or Bluebeam is a plus.
• Concrete estimating or construction experience may also be considered.
• Strong English communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.

Bonus: Experience using AI tools to improve estimating, research, or workflow efficiency.

Why This Role Matters

Your estimates directly impact project wins, pricing, and profitability. We’re looking for someone who brings accuracy, speed, and sound judgment to every estimate.