Remote Construction Estimator - Bid & Cost Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Construction Estimator to support bid preparation and project cost management from home. You will analyze blueprints, specs, and documentation to prepare comprehensive estimates of materials, labor, and equipment costs for diverse projects nationwide.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering, 5+ years of estimating experience, and proficiency with Accubid or CostX takeoff tools, enabling accurate and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Construction Estimator.
• Proficiency with estimating software (Accubid, CostX) and takeoff tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates covering materials, labor, and equipment.
• Review plans and specs to define project scope and risks.
• Quantify quantities from drawings based on project scope.
• Obtain supplier and subcontractor quotes, negotiate terms.
• Assist in bid proposals to ensure comprehensive, competitive bids.
• Maintain a historical cost data database for future estimates.

Skills

Construction estimation

Analytical skills

Remote work independence

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Accubid

CostX

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Construction Estimator to support bid preparation and project cost management from home. You will analyze blueprints, specs, and documentation to prepare comprehensive estimates of materials, labor, and equipment costs for diverse projects nationwide.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering, 5+ years of estimating experience, and proficiency with Accubid or CostX takeoff tools, enabling accurate and