Estimator

Summary

Join a thriving team at ConnectOS, a top-rated Philippines employer, and enjoy a competitive salary (P60,000-P80,000 monthly) and comprehensive benefits. This role involves estimating and tendering for custom fabrication projects in the manufacturing industry. You will review project documentation, prepare cost estimates and quotations, manage quantity take-offs, and collaborate with operations and clients. The ideal candidate possesses a qualification in mechanical engineering, construction management, or a trade-based background, along with at least 3 years of estimating experience (preferably in metal fabrication or industrial construction). Responsibilities include preparing detailed cost estimates, submitting tenders, conducting quantity take-offs, and managing project-specific teams. The position offers work-from-home flexibility, medical, dental, and life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, and various other perks.

Requirements

• Qualification in mechanical engineering, construction management, or trade-based background
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in estimating (preferably in metal fabrication or industrial construction)
• Familiarity with fabrication drawings, materials, and trade practices
• Review tender documents
• Manage quantity take-off process and prepare Bill of Quantities as required
• Oversee project specific teams and lead complex tender bids

Responsibilities

• Review project documentation, specifications, and drawings to prepare detailed cost estimates
• Prepare and submit quotations, tenders, and pricing schedules to clients as per submission deadlines
• Conduct quantity take-offs and apply accurate labour and material rates
• Ensure cost estimates achieve target gross profit margins
• Maintain and apply standard costing methodologies and ensure all estimates align with company procedures
• Collaborate with Operations to confirm scope clarity, methodology, and feasibility of quoted works
• Provide a comprehensive handover of successful tenders to operations, including inclusions/exclusions, assumptions, supplier quotes, and agreed margins
• Support the operations team on variation pricing and project cost control throughout the life of a project
• Maintain strong working relationships with key clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain accurate and competitive material and subcontractor pricing
• Follow up all tenders to confirm receipt and maximise conversion rate (<33% conversion target)
• Identify and flag any commercial risks, pricing discrepancies, or value engineering opportunities
• Ensure compliance with specifications, industry standards, laws, and regulations
• Monitor and track performance metrics for estimating and margin management
• Maintain accurate estimating files, quote registers, and margin trackers
• Ensure documentation and submissions are complete, well-presented, and professionally compiled
• Keep estimation database and supplier pricing up to date

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a site-based or manufacturing environment (advantageous)
• Knowledge in Australian Standards

Benefits

• WFH
• Medical, Dental Coverage and Life insurance from day 1 of employment
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave (with Quarterly Sick Leave Conversion)
• Competitive salary package and annual appraisal
• Financial Assistance Program
• Mandatory Government Benefits and 13th Month Pay
• Regular Company Events, Work Life Balance, and Career growth opportunities