Estimator

Real Hires LLC; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Job summary

Real Hires LLC is seeking a skilled Construction Estimator who can read plans, build accurate takeoffs, and turn project details into clear and competitive bids. You’ll review plans, perform quantity takeoffs, prepare estimates, and manage vendor quotes to help win more work.

The role emphasizes meeting bid deadlines and maintaining organized project files, with full remote work flexibility. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, comfortable with numbers, and experienced in STACK or Bluebeam and

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating and quantity takeoffs.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and drawings.
• Experience preparing bids, estimates, and project pricing.
• Experience reviewing and comparing vendor quotes.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and lighting systems.

Responsibilities

• Review construction plans, drawings, and project specifications.
• Perform material and labor quantity takeoffs.
• Prepare accurate project estimates and competitive bids.
• Send RFPs to vendors and collect and compare quotes.
• Prepare RFIs when project details are missing or unclear.
• Estimate electrical and lighting work.
• Review plans for scope changes, missing details, and possible cost issues.
• Keep estimates, pricing, and project files organized and updated.
• Use STACK, Bluebeam, or similar estimating software.
• Work with vendors, clients, and internal teams to meet bid deadlines.
• Manage multiple estimates while keeping your work accurate and on schedule.

Skills

Read plans

Quantity takeoffs

Bid preparation

Vendor quotes review

Electrical knowledge

Tools

STACK

Bluebeam

Job description

A great construction project starts with a great estimate.

We’re looking for a skilled Construction Estimator who can read plans, build accurate takeoffs, and turn project details into clear and competitive bids.

You’ll play an important role in helping the team price projects correctly, meet bid deadlines, and win more work. If you’re detail-oriented, comfortable with numbers, and know construction estimating, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Review construction plans, drawings, and project specifications.
• Perform material and labor quantity takeoffs.
• Prepare accurate project estimates and competitive bids.
• Send RFPs to vendors and collect and compare quotes.
• Prepare RFIs when project details are missing or unclear.
• Estimate electrical and lighting work.
• Review plans for scope changes, missing details, and possible cost issues.
• Keep estimates, pricing, and project files organized and updated.
• Use STACK, Bluebeam, or similar estimating software.
• Work with vendors, clients, and internal teams to meet bid deadlines.
• Manage multiple estimates while keeping your work accurate and on schedule.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in construction estimating and quantity takeoffs.
• Strong ability to read and understand construction plans and drawings.
• Experience preparing bids, estimates, and project pricing.
• Experience reviewing and comparing vendor quotes.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and lighting systems.
• Experience with STACK, Bluebeam, or similar software.
• Good understanding of construction materials, labor, and costs.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable handling multiple projects at once.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Help win more projects through accurate and competitive estimates.
• Work on meaningful construction projects and use your expertise every day.
• Collaborate with vendors, clients, and a team that values quality.
• Grow your skills in estimating, pricing, and construction operations.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote position.

Ready to Build Your Next Opportunity?

If you know how to read plans, understand construction costs, and turn project details into accurate bids, this role gives you the chance to make a real impact.

Bring your estimating skills. Help win the next project.