Remote Construction Estimator: Cost, Bids & Profitability

SPATCO; Nashville, North Little Rock, Charlotte (TN, AR, NC); Remote; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SPATCO is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for construction, installation, service and maintenance projects. You will review drawings, specifications, labor, equipment, and material costs to develop proposals aligned with project requirements.

You will collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Operations, Vendors and Customers, perform quantity take-offs, participate in bid packages, set up projects after award, and maintain estimating records while tracking

Qualifications

• Requires 3+ years estimating or related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Analyze labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and overhead costs associated with projects.
• Develop accurate project budgets and pricing proposals.
• Perform quantity take-offs and scope reviews.
• Identify potential project risks and opportunities during the estimating process.
• Evaluate alternative materials, methods, and equipment to maximize project profitability.
• Maintain current cost databases and estimating tools.
• Prepare timely and accurate bid packages and customer proposals.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotations.
• Coordinate with suppliers to obtain pricing and lead-time information.
• Ensure proposals meet customer specifications and company standards.
• Participate in bid reviews and project turnover meetings.
• Assist Project Managers with project startup activities following award.
• Help ensure estimate assumptions are communicated during project handoff.
• Support material procurement planning and project scheduling efforts.
• Participate in scope clarification discussions with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Respond to customer requests for pricing, scope clarification, and estimate revisions.
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations teams to support business development efforts.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, bids, quotes, and supporting documentation.
• Track estimate performance against actual project costs and profitability.
• Assist with developing estimating standards and best practices.
• Generate reports and analyses for management review.

Skills

Estimating experience

Construction knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

FSM ERP

SAP ERP

Job description

SPATCO is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for construction, installation, service and maintenance projects. You will review drawings, specifications, labor, equipment, and material costs to develop proposals aligned with project requirements.

You will collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Operations, Vendors and Customers, perform quantity take-offs, participate in bid packages, set up projects after award, and maintain estimating records while tracking