Estimator

Senior Estimator (Remote - Bogotá, Colombia) Resume must be submitted in ENGLISH We are a premier New York City-based construction firm seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our team remotely from Bogotá, Colombia. This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position requiring a professional who can work a full-time schedule aligned with Eastern Standard Time (EST) to ensure seamless collaboration with our NYC headquarters. Role Overview As a Senior Estimator, you will play a critical role in our preconstruction phase, handling complex cost analysis for large-scale projects. You will be responsible for everything from initial conceptual budgets to final hard bids, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness in the New York market. Key Responsibilities - Perform detailed quantity take-offs across all trades, including Architectural, Structural, and MEP systems. - Develop comprehensive conceptual budgets and detailed cost models based on various design stages. - Review project plans and specifications to identify potential risk factors and constructability issues. - Collaborate closely with NYC-based project managers and executives via virtual meetings. - Maintain and update a database of material costs and subcontractor pricing relevant to the NYC area. - Manage the bidding process, including subcontractor solicitation and scope leveling. Requirements - Location: Must be based in Bogotá, Colombia. - Language: Native or near-native English fluency (written and verbal) is mandatory for daily communication with the NYC team. - Schedule: Ability to work full-time hours strictly on Eastern Standard Time (EST). - Technical Skills: Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Stack, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam) and Excel. - Experience: Significant experience in construction estimating, preferably with exposure to North American building standards and codes. - Contract Status: This is a 1099 Independent Contractor role. You must be prepared to bill the company monthly for services rendered. Compensation & Logistics - Pay: $2,000 – $2,500 USD per month (depending on experience). - Payment Terms: Monthly via invoice. - Work Environment: 100% Remote. Originally posted on Himalayas