Estimator (Residential Construction) - EST Hours (Remote)

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The Estimator will prepare detailed line-item estimates and collaborate with the field team to ensure accurate and timely submissions for residential construction projects.

ISTA Personnel Solutions SA is a dynamic and fast-growing BPO company based in South Africa, specializing in providing top-tier operational support to U.S.-based organizations. We are not a recruitment agency—we are a dedicated extension of our clients’ teams, delivering high-quality service with precision, efficiency, and a personal touch.

WE ARE HIRING!

We are seeking a residential construction Estimator to join our growing team. The Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating the total costs associated with a project by executing a detailed line-item bid with unit costs. The ideal candidate has experience in the residential construction industry, must have attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with fixed deadlines.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Working Hours: Aligned with U.S. Eastern Standard Time (EST) Monday to Friday (14:30pm - 23:30pm SA Time)
  • Work Environment: This is a remote role for South African Citizens only.
  • Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download) and the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection is mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered.
  • Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outagesApplicants without a power backup cannot be considered.

 

Tasks:

  • Review scopes submitted by the field team and finalize for submittal
  • Identify required repairs via photos and build/update bid
  • Prepare detailed line-item estimates.
  • Ensure accurate and proper submissions & proposals by all subcontractors.
  • Maintain matrix pricing database
  • Work collaboratively with field team to submit accurate bids on-time
  • Transpose approved bids to client specific software’s
  • Revise bids per client revisions
  • Create change order estimates and submit to clients
  • Delegate to offshore Project Administrators as required

Requirements

Professional Qualifications & Skills:

  • Ability to determine quantity of work scope, compile accurate estimates and hard bid packages with line-item breakdowns
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize
  • Ability to deliver to deadlines for multiple concurrent projects
  • Ability to value engineer a project
  • Ability to communicate in an efficient and professional manner

Technical Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of standard computer systems and ability to adapt to new software.
  • Good understanding of Microsoft Excel
  • Good understanding of MS Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Good understanding of utilizing web resources.

If you are not contacted within 14 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.


ISTA Solutions is home to rockstar professionals who aim to be engaged in defining and building an employee centric culture, focused on long term success, work-life balance, and life-long learnings. From the industries we support, to the functions we perform, ISTA has structured ourselves differently from other outsourcing companies; effectively setting ourselves apart from the rest of the pack. If you are looking for something new and something different, where you are engaged not only in your own success but in defining and building the culture you want to belong in, you've come to the right place.

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