Pre-Construction and Estimating Support

OpenKrill; United States; On-site; USD 11,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Work Setup

Job summary

RecruitGo is seeking a Quantity Surveying professional to support estimating, tendering and construction programming. You will perform detailed measured take-offs, prepare Bills of Quantities, and develop tender schedules using tools like Microsoft Project and Asta Powerproject.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to compare quotations are essential. The role includes producing pricing documentation and monitoring progress against programmes, with remote work options and a salary range of

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or Construction Tendering.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Asta Powerproject, Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed measured take-offs from drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Produce schedules of quantities for pricing purposes.
• Identify discrepancies, omissions or areas requiring clarification.
• Assist with measurement of roofing, building fabric, refurbishment and associated construction works.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities, pricing schedules and quantified scopes of work.
• Break down work packages into clearly defined measurable elements.
• Assist with developing tender cost plans and pricing documentation.
• Update quantities following tender addenda, design development or scope changes.
• Develop tender programmes demonstrating sequencing, durations, procurement periods and construction activities.
• Prepare programmes using Microsoft Project and/or Asta Powerproject; provide narratives and methodologies for tender submissions.
• Update and maintain programmes after contract award.
• Assist with monitoring progress against programmes and identify delays or critical activities.
• Prepare subcontractor and supplier enquiry packages.
• Produce clear scopes of work for enquiries; identify packages needing specialist input.
• Issue consistent information for like-for-like quotations; maintain enquiry and quotation schedules.
• Undertake detailed comparisons of subcontractor and supplier quotations; normalise quotations for like-for-like assessment.
• Identify qualifications, exclusions, assumptions and gaps in quotations; prepare comparison schedules.

Skills

2+ years experience

Microsoft Project

Asta Powerproject

Excel

Word

Tools

Construction take-off software

Job description

About Us

RecruitGo is a leading Employer of Record (EOR) company specializing in bridging top talent in emerging markets with global clients. Our services enable businesses to hire, manage, and pay employees internationally with ease. We are committed to providing seamless and efficient solutions to our clients and fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment for our team.

Position Overview

The role involves preparing detailed construction take-offs and Bills of Quantities, developing tender and construction programmes, preparing subcontractor enquiry packages, and comparing supplier and subcontractor quotations to support estimating and tender activities. The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Project, Asta Powerproject, construction take-off/measurement software, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

Measured Take-Offs:

• Undertake detailed measured take-offs from drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Produce accurate schedules of quantities for pricing purposes.
• Identify discrepancies, omissions or areas requiring clarification.
• Assist with measurement of roofing, building fabric, refurbishment and associated construction works.

Bills of Quantities

• PrepareBills of Quantities, pricing schedules and quantified scopes of work.
• Break down work packages into clearly defined measurable elements.
• Assist with developing tender cost plans and pricing documentation.
• Update quantities following tender addenda, design development or scope changes.

Tender & Construction Programming

• Develop tender programmes demonstrating proposed sequencing, durations, procurement periods and construction activities.
• Prepare programmes using Microsoft Project and/or Asta Powerproject. Assist with programme narratives and methodology information for tender submissions.
• Update and maintain programmes following contract award where required.
• Assist with monitoring progress against agreed programmes and identifying potential delays or critical activities.

Subcontract Enquiry Development

• Prepare subcontractor and supplier enquiry packages.
• Produce clear scopes of work to accompany enquiries.
• Identify appropriate packages requiring specialist subcontractor or supplier input.
• Assist with issuing consistent information to enable like-for-like quotations.
• Maintain enquiry and quotation schedules where required.

Cost & Tender Comparisons

• Undertake detailed comparisons of subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Normalise quotations to enable accurate like-for-like assessment.
• Identify qualifications, exclusions, assumptions and potential gaps in quotations.
• Prepare comparison schedules highlighting commercial and technical differences.
• Assist the estimating team with identifying the most commercially advantageous tender returns.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or Construction Tendering.
• Experience with construction take-offs, Bills of Quantities, and pricing schedules.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Experience comparing subcontractor/supplier quotations and preparing tender documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Asta Powerproject, Excel, and Word.
• Familiarity with construction take-off/measurement software and strong attention to detail.

Why RecruitGo?

• Remote Work Setup
• Salary range: 60,000 to 75,000 Php
• Diverse Challenges: Each day offers fresh opportunities and unique challenges that keep your work engaging and rewarding.
• Team Collaboration: Join forces with a supportive team, where your insights and contributions are valued.
• Inclusivity: Be part of an inclusive and diverse workplace that values your contributions. Work with the internal team to ensure timely delivery of services to clients and ensure that client expectations are met.