Senior Construction Estimator — Remote, Data-Driven Bids

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional growth

Diverse projects

Remote collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Senior Estimator to join its remote team, supporting projects regionally with a focus on Randburg. You will develop accurate cost estimates and bids, working closely with project managers, engineers, and procurement to gather data.

The successful candidate has a minimum of seven years' experience in construction estimating, a solid grasp of materials and labor costs, and proficiency in PlanSwift, CostX, and Excel to drive detailed quantity take-offs and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Construction Estimator.
• Proficiency in estimating software (PlanSwift, CostX) and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for a wide range of construction projects.
• Perform quantity take-offs from plans and drawings.
• Collaborate with project teams to validate estimates.
• Develop bid proposals with pricing strategies and risk assessment.
• Maintain cost databases and track market trends.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

PlanSwift

CostX

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Senior Estimator to join its remote team, supporting projects regionally with a focus on Randburg. You will develop accurate cost estimates and bids, working closely with project managers, engineers, and procurement to gather data.

The successful candidate has a minimum of seven years' experience in construction estimating, a solid grasp of materials and labor costs, and proficiency in PlanSwift, CostX, and Excel to drive detailed quantity take-offs and