Commercial Masonry Estimator

Openkrill; United States; Remote; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Openkrill is seeking a Commercial Masonry Estimator to own the full estimating cycle for high-end commercial projects across the US. You will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs for brick, block, and stone, gather vendor pricing, and prepare competitive bids.

Work with the founder, project teams, and trade partners to ensure accurate estimates delivered on time. The role is remote in LATAM, requiring strong English and Spanish skills and ability to learn Tradesman software within ~60 days.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial masonry estimating experience.
• Proven experience estimating brick, block or stone projects.
• Commercial construction experience required; residential masonry alone is not a fit.
• Experience with US-based construction or masonry contractors.
• Fluent English; Spanish fluency is highly valued.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple estimates.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review commercial plans, specs, and drawings.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for brick, block, stone, and related masonry scopes.
• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates and bids.
• Develop clear scope sheets and documentation.
• Request and manage quotes from vendors and subcontractors.
• Coordinate RFQs with trade partners and review pricing.
• Update estimates with design revisions and changes.
• Support RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Communicate progress with project teams, vendors, and clients.
• Join daily or weekly planning calls and provide updates.

Skills

Masonry estimating

Takeoffs

Bid preparation

Vendor quotes

Communication

Remote work

Attention to detail

Learn new software

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree (plus)

Tools

Tradesman estimating software

On-Screen Takeoff

Swift

Sage

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Masonry Estimator

Employment Type: Full-time ContractorSchedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, aligned with Eastern Time (±2 hours)Salary: $1,500 - $2,500/monthLocation: LATAM

ABOUT THE COMPANY

We're working with a growing commercial masonry contractor specializing in brick, block, and stone work for high-end commercial construction projects across the US.

The company is founder-led with a close-knit, predominantly Spanish-speaking team. As the business continues to grow, they're looking for an experienced Commercial Masonry Estimator who can take ownership of the estimating process and help increase project capacity.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Commercial Masonry Estimator, you'll own the complete estimation cycle - from reviewing drawings and performing quantity takeoffs to gathering vendor pricing and preparing competitive bids.

You'll work closely with the founder, project teams, vendors, and trade partners to ensure estimates are accurate, complete, and delivered on time.

The company uses Tradesman estimating software and will provide training. The ideal candidate should be comfortable learning new systems and is expected to ramp up on the platform within approximately 60 days.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Review commercial construction plans, specifications, and drawings
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for brick, block, stone, and related masonry scopes
• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates and bids
• Develop clear scope sheets and estimate documentation
• Request and manage quotes from vendors and subcontractors
• Compare pricing and coordinate RFQs with trade partners
• Review design revisions and update estimates accordingly
• Support RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation
• Communicate with project teams, vendors, and clients as needed
• Participate in daily or weekly planning calls
• Provide clear updates on estimating progress and project status
• Work with field teams to clarify scope, quantities, and pricing
• Maintain organized and accurate estimating records
• Learn and become proficient in the company's Tradesman estimating platform
• Ensure all estimates meet company standards for accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 3+ years of direct construction estimating experience, with strong preference for commercial masonry
• Proven experience estimating brick, block, and/or stone projects
• Commercial construction experience is required; residential masonry experience alone is not a fit
• Experience working with or for US-based construction or masonry contractors
• Strong understanding of commercial construction plans, specifications, and scopes
• Fluent English, both written and verbal
• Spanish fluency is highly valued due to the bilingual nature of the team
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Strong communication and follow-through
• Ability to learn new software and cloud-based systems independently
• A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is a plus but not required if you have strong hands-on masonry estimating experience.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with Tradesman estimating software
• Experience with On-Screen Takeoff, Swift, Sage, AutoCAD, or similar estimating/takeoff platforms
• Experience working directly for a comme