Construction Estimator

Employment Type: 40 hrs per week (Contract)
Work Arrangement: Remote
Compensation Range: $1800 -  $2,200/month

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for larger ground-up construction projects.
• Review plans, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project documents to develop comprehensive estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and accurately determine material, labor, subcontractor, and other project costs.
• Solicit, review, and compare subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Communicate directly with American subcontractors and vendors to clarify scope, pricing, availability, and project requirements.
• Identify gaps, inconsistencies, exclusions, and potential cost risks within project documents and bids.
• Develop and maintain detailed estimates, budgets, and pricing documentation.
• Work closely with clients to understand project requirements and clearly explain estimates, pricing, assumptions, and recommendations.
• Handle questions and objections professionally and confidently.
• Present estimates in a clear, organized, and easy-to-understand manner.
• Follow up with subcontractors and vendors to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure estimates are complete and submitted accurately and on time.
• Take full ownership of the estimating process and proactively manage deadlines withou