Construction Estimator with Photo Electric LLC

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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