Remote Construction Estimator (Steel Erection & PEMB Focus)

WithPort is a Business Process Outsourcing & Virtual Staffing Solutions in the Philippines.

We’re passionate about empowering start-ups, entrepreneurs, & small to medium-sized businesses by enhancing their efficiency and reducing operational costs.


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator with a strong background in Structural Steel Erection and Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings (PEMB) to join our remote team. The ideal candidate will be technically proficient in takeoffs, cost estimation, and remote collaboration, with a keen eye for accuracy and construction nuances. You will play a key role in developing competitive bids for commercial and industrial steel construction projects across the U.S.

Key Responsibilities
Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from structural, architectural, and PEMB drawings using digital tools.
Estimate costs for labor, equipment, and materials related to steel erection, PEMB components, roofing, and related scopes.
Interpret and evaluate overlap between PEMB packages and structural steel to avoid scope duplication.
Review foundation plans and extract takeoff quantities for anchor bolts, base plates, and embedded items.
Analyze roof systems including standing seam metal roofs with insulation and trim to create detailed breakdowns and pricing.
Apply sound estimating judgment to factor in crew productivity, site constraints, and other project conditions.
Maintain organized takeoff files, historical cost data, and bid documentation for future reference.
Collaborate with project managers and U.S.-based teams to clarify drawing ambiguities and submit RFIs when necessary.
Review and analyze previous estimates and job costs to identify errors or improvements for future bids.
Communicate clearly and reliably in a remote work environment, adjusting availability for timezone differences as needed.

Required Qualifications
Minimum 3+ years of experience in construction estimating, with a focus on steel erection and PEMB systems.
Proficient in estimating and takeoff software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, STACK, or equivalent.
Strong understanding of structural steel components (beams, columns, bracing, etc.) and PEMB systems (frames, girts, purlins, roofing, siding).
Solid grasp of labor productivity rates and cost drivers in steel erection.
Familiar with U.S. construction practices, terminology, and safety standards.
Excellent organizational skills in naming, structuring, and managing takeoff and bid files.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and proactively seek clarification where needed.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with U.S.-based general contractors, steel fabricators, or PEMB suppliers.
Prior remote work experience with international teams.
Background in construction management, civil/structural engineering, or a related field is a plus.

Work Environment

100% Remote

Must be available for occasional real-time collaboration with U.S. team members (typically between 7 AM–12 PM Pacific Time)
Project-based deadlines with flexible work hours

***Portfolio Submission***

Sample project you’ve estimated that included PEMB and structural steel.
Your preferred software tools and how you use them in your workflow.
An example of a project challenge you overcame in a remote estimating role.

Originally posted on Himalayas