Civil Estimator: Takeoffs, Costing & Bids (Bilingual)

AIREKO Companies; Caguas (PR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AIREKO is seeking an Estimator in Puerto Rico to join our team. The role combines drafting and blueprint reading to produce accurate takeoffs and cost estimates for Civil, Architectural, and Structural components.

You will work under the Chief Estimator and Preconstruction Director, developing detailed bids, analyzing drawings, requesting pricing, and ensuring alignment with project specifications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in construction estimating and quantity takeoffs on commercial, institutional, industrial, hospitality, healthcare, or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Building Connected, OST, Planswift, Sage Estimating.
• Ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs and develop detailed cost estimates through conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, means and methods, labor productivity and mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in preparing estimates, bid packages, and cost reports.
• Understanding of construction delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, GMP, and Lump Sum procurement.
• Ability to interpret architectural, structural, civil drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fully bilingual English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed estimates and proposals under supervision of the Chief Estimator and Preconstruction Director ensuring all bids meet milestones and deadlines
• Analyze project specifications, drawings and requirements to fully understand the scope of work
• Complete accurate takeoffs for Civil, Architectural and Structural components using OST, Excel, and Sage Estimating software
• Request material and/or labor pricing from vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors, maintaining a professional relationship and answering questions about project scope
• Compare quotes received against project documents to ensure compliance with specifications; suggest cost-saving alternatives when possible
• Maintain a comparative analysis of scope, quantities, and cost data between quotes received to identify potential gaps and discrepancies

Skills

Estimating

Takeoffs

Bid proposals

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Detail orientation

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Technical or associate degree with estimating experience

Tools

Building Connected

On-Screen Takeoff

Planswift

Sage Estimating

Job description

AIREKO is seeking an Estimator in Puerto Rico to join our team. The role combines drafting and blueprint reading to produce accurate takeoffs and cost estimates for Civil, Architectural, and Structural components.

You will work under the Chief Estimator and Preconstruction Director, developing detailed bids, analyzing drawings, requesting pricing, and ensuring alignment with project specifications.