Construction Estimator with Photo Electric LLC

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Position: Construction Estimator (Electrical / Multi-Trade)

Level: Mid to Senior (3–10+ years)

Location: Remote

Schedule: Full-time | US Pacific Time

Compensation: $1,500–$2,500 USD/month

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Prepare quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for commercial and government construction projects.

- Review architectural and engineering drawings to develop accurate estimates.

- Identify missing information and document assumptions when plans are incomplete.

- Prepare bids for projects ranging from $500K–$5.5M.

- Coordinate with senior estimators to refine pricing and methodology.

- Utilize estimating software and AI tools to improve efficiency.

- Support fast-paced bid submissions while maintaining accuracy.

EXPERIENCE

- 3+ years of US construction estimating experience

- Civil Engineering degree or equivalent construction/trade background

- Experience estimating commercial or government projects preferred

TECHNICAL SKILLS

- Strong blueprint reading and quantity takeoff skills

- Experience with construction estimating software

- Comfortable using AI tools to improve productivity

SOFT SKILLS

- Strong English communication

- Critical thinker and problem solver

- Able to work independently and manage tight deadlines

- Comfortable making reasonable assumptions when plans are incomplete

WHAT MAKES SOMEONE STAND OUT

- Experience estimating electrical or multi-trade construction projects

- Strong understanding of real-world construction methods

- Ability to explain estimating methodology and decision-making

- Adaptable, coachable, and eager to learn

- Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with changing priorities

CLIENT WORK STYLE

The team values professionals who are:

- Direct and results-oriented

- Detail-focused and accurate

- Collaborative and coachable

- Comfortable with technology and AI

- Able to work efficiently under tight deadlines

NON-NEGOTIABLES

- Minimum 3 years of US construction estimating experience

- Civil Engineering degree or equivalent construction/trade experience

- Fluent written and spoken English

- Available full-time during US Pacific Time hours

- Comfortable working with incomplete plans and making professional assumptions

- Willing to complete a paid estimating assessment during the hiring process

- Open to using AI tools as part of the estimating workflow

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