Part-Time Cladding Estimator & Admin Coordinator

D2B

United States

Remote

USD 12,000 - 14,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

D2B is seeking a Cladding/Construction Estimator & Administration Coordinator to prepare estimates for cladding and related construction projects. The role focuses on accurate quantity take-offs, labour and material cost calculations, and subcontractor pricing, with payroll and admin support as needed.

Key duties include reviewing plans and documents, maintaining pricing records, and communicating with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of construction estimating experience, ideally within New Zealand or Australia
Ability to prepare estimates from varied and incomplete project documentation
Experience with quantity take-offs, construction cost calculations, and subcontractor pricing
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency in CostX or comparable estimating software
Strong written and spoken English with confident communication across stakeholders
High numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing deadlines independently
Willingness to support payroll and administration when required
Qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent practical experience considered

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate estimates and quotations for cladding and construction projects from plans, drawings, photographs, scopes of work, and other project documentation — including where information is incomplete.
Complete quantity take-offs; calculate labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs with appropriate wastage allowances.
Identify gaps or inconsistencies early, raise clarifying questions, and produce clear breakdowns of assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions.
Source and compare supplier and subcontractor pricing; maintain organised records of quotations and pricing assumptions.
Communicate professionally with subcontractors, suppliers, clients, and project stakeholders to clarify scopes, material requirements, and pricing details.
Manage multiple quotations simultaneously, monitor deadlines, and provide regular progress updates to the business owner.
Payroll, Administration & Operations: Assist with payroll preparation — collect and verify timesheets, enter approved hours, and maintain accurate payroll records.
CAD Support & Future Scope (Advantageous): Where applicable, assist with basic CAD mark-ups, drawing updates, and maintaining organised drawing files to support quoting.
As the role develops: assist with project schedules, procurement tracking, variation management, and construction administration.