Estimating Specialist

Role Description

DCX Client Services - Home-Based Estimating Specialist will work as a full-time employee for a growing business based in the United States. You will get a chance to learn new skills as well as demonstrate skills you've learned in the past. You will be responsible for closely following the instructions and processes outlined by our client. The daily tasks will vary, so it will be necessary to be very flexible in this position.

• Perform fundamental tasks for estimating, project management, and field construction teams in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare take-offs from plans.
• Create shop drawings and submittals.
• Screen upcoming bids for size and special requirements such as public, prevailing wage, EEO, bid bond, allowances, etc.
• Maintain and update project records as required.
• Provide support to estimators and project managers as needed.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of waterproofing, air barrier, and fireproofing products and installation techniques.
• Assist in providing cost estimates by performing take-offs of the plans for lighting fixtures.
• Count fixtures in project blueprints and provide that information to our quotations team.
• Analyze project requirements, read blueprints, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure project costs are accurately forecasted.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Construction Management, Estimating, Engineering, or similar field and/or equivalent experience.
• Construction experience in the field, including exposure to materials management and project operations.
• Ability to read, understand, and estimate from plans.
• Strong decision-making, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Positive and professional attitude with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communications.
• Familiarity with building/estimating techniques and software platforms, such as ISqFt, Building Connected, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, QuickBid, Bluebeam/PDF, PlanGrid, Procore, etc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time using a computer and reading plans/specifications.

Requirements

• Highly proficient communicator in both spoken and written English.
• Well-structured and well-organized.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Extremely detail-oriented.
• Proven history of meeting deadlines.

Benefits

• Salary Range: PHP 55,000 - 60,000.
• Industry: Lighting.
• Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST (USA).
• Workdays: Monday through Friday (USA).
• Written and spoken English skill: Very Proficient.
• Industry-leading salary packages.
• Permanent work-from-home setup.
• Government-mandated benefits.
• Company equipment provided.
• Internet stipends upon regularization.
• HMO Coverage.
• PTO credits and service incentive leaves.
• Major spring and winter company live events.
• Monthly employee appreciation virtual events.
• Company-provided career skills training courses.
• A company culture focused on your personal and professional growth.

Company Description

DCX stands out as a leading BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) company that takes pride in assisting growth-focused small and medium-sized businesses across the United States to discover the perfect global talent to enhance their teams. Our core beliefs center around fostering growth and making hiring easy. We are dedicated to helping business owners, executives, and industry leaders, primarily within the promotional products industry, in their search for superstar team members.

If you are on the lookout for a company that values growth and places a strong emphasis on its people-centered culture, then DCX is the place for you. As we say around here, LET'S GROW!

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!