Construction Estimator - Freelance, Remote

The Impact you’ll make

• Review digital blueprints, drawings, and project specifications
• Perform material takeoffs and accurate quantity calculations
• Identify scope gaps or clarifications needed for internal follow-up

• Prepare detailed cost estimates (labor, materials, equipment, overhead)
• Build and update cost breakdowns and assumptions
• Source, compare, and validate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors

• Assist in preparing bid proposals and client-facing estimate documents
• Compile inclusions/exclusions, assumptions, and alternates
• Track addenda and incorporate changes into estimates

• Coordinate with project managers, sales teams, and vendors via email, Slack, or Zoom
• Request and follow up on quotes; clarify scope and lead times
• Provide timely estimate updates as scope or pricing changes

• Maintain organized estimate files, notes, and revision history
• Keep a clear audit trail of quantities, quotes, and updates
• Ensure naming conventions and shared folders are consistently maintained

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proven estimating experience in the construction industry (restoration and/or general contracting preferred)
• Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Hands-on experience performing digital takeoffs and building detailed cost estimates
• Experience sourcing and comparing quotes from suppliers and subcontractors
• Excellent written communication and organizational skills; able to work Monday–Friday, 9–5 US time, with reliable internet and a suitable home-office setup

• Technical: Digital takeoff tools (e.g., Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar), advanced Excel/Google Sheets, strong understanding of labor, material, equipment, and overhead cost components
• Communication: Clear, concise writing; professional etiquette via email, Slack, and Zoom; proactive follow-ups
• Workstyle: Detail-oriented, highly organized, deadline-driven, and adaptable to shifting scopes and addenda
• Mindset: Analytical problem solver with a continuous improvement approach and ownership of outcomes

• Computer with at least 8GB RAM, an Intel i5 core processor/AMD Ryzen 5 Processor and up.
• Internet speed of at least 40MBPS
• Headset with an extended mic that has noise cancellation and a webcam
• Back-up computer and internet connection
• Quiet, dedicated workspace at home

• You take pride in precise, well-documented work and thrive in fast-paced bid cycles
• You’re resourceful in obtaining competitive quotes and validating assumptions
• You value reliability, transparency, and team communication
• You want to contribute directly to winning work and supporting field execution through accurate estimates

• Remote position
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace
• Required to provide own computer with Intel Core i5 or something similar or higher operating system

• 40 hours per week
• Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm US Time

• $7 per hour
• No benefits package included

Benefits