Steel Design Estimator

Pear Tree.

Steel Design & Estimator supporting project delivery for steel-framed buildings in a growing international construction company. The role involves technical detailing, estimating, and stakeholder coordination.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇵🇭 PhilippinesMid-LevelSenior💰 ₱90,000 per monthWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan Review & Material Take-Offs
Interpret architectural and structural drawings
Prepare accurate material take-offs and quantity estimates
Quantify steel framing, structural members, cladding, roofing, and fixings
Identify discrepancies, missing details, or scope gaps
Ensure use of the latest drawing revisions at all times
Steel Detailing (Light Gauge / Cold-Formed)
Create detailed framing layouts, shop drawings, and schedules
Produce cutting lists, connection details, and installation references
Ensure outputs are accurate, buildable, and aligned with project requirements
Revise drawings based on feedback from engineers and stakeholders
Estimating & Supplier Quote Review
Coordinate and review supplier quotations (e.g., doors, windows, cladding, roofing)
Validate quotes against drawings, specifications, and quantities
Identify discrepancies in scope, pricing, and assumptions
Prepare comparison summaries for internal evaluation
Excel-Based Pricing Support
Input quantities into estimating and pricing templates
Maintain accuracy of formulas, cost inputs, and version control
Flag inconsistencies or missing pricing components
Ensure alignment between drawings, supplier quotes, and estimates
Documentation & Consent Coordination
Support preparation and tracking of project documentation and submissions
Maintain checklists and monitor outstanding requirements (e.g., RFIs)
Coordinate documents with engineers, draftspeople, and suppliers
Ensure completeness and accuracy of submission packages
Stakeholder Coordination
Communicate with engineers, suppliers, and internal teams
Raise technical queries and follow through to resolution
Maintain clear, professional written communication at all times
CRM & Project Record Management
Update and maintain project data in CRM systems
Record project progress, supplier responses, and key updates
Ensure data accuracy and proper documentation tracking
Quality Expectations
Maintain a high level of accuracy with zero preventable errors
Carefully check all outputs including quantities, drawings, and pricing inputs
Clearly document assumptions, exclusions, and uncertainties
Proactively raise issues and avoid making unsupported assumptions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in steel detailing, structural drafting, or construction estimating
Strong ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings
Experience with material take-offs / quantity surveying
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, validation, templates)
Experience with CAD/BIM or steel detailing software
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Good written English communication
Ability to work remotely with international teams
Highly Desirable
Experience in steel buildings, sheds, warehouses, or industrial structures
Background in light gauge / cold-formed steel systems
Experience with tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, FrameCAD, or similar
Familiarity with supplier quote comparisons and construction workflows
Experience with CRM or project/document management systems
Qualifications
Degree or diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, Construction Management, or related field (preferred)
Or equivalent hands-on experience in steel construction, detailing, or estimating

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Plan Review & Material Take-Offs
Interpret architectural and structural drawings
Prepare accurate material take-offs and quantity estimates
Quantify steel framing, structural members, cladding, roofing, and fixings
Identify discrepancies, missing details, or scope gaps
Ensure use of the latest drawing revisions at all times
Steel Detailing (Light Gauge / Cold-Formed)
Create detailed framing layouts, shop drawings, and schedules
Produce cutting lists, connection details, and installation references
Ensure outputs are accurate, buildable, and aligned with project requirements
Revise drawings based on feedback from engineers and stakeholders
Estimating & Supplier Quote Review
Coordinate and review supplier quotations (e.g., doors, windows, cladding, roofing)
Validate quotes against drawings, specifications, and quantities
Identify discrepancies in scope, pricing, and assumptions
Prepare comparison summaries for internal evaluation
Excel-Based Pricing Support
Input quantities into estimating and pricing templates
Maintain accuracy of formulas, cost inputs, and version control
Flag inconsistencies or missing pricing components
Ensure alignment between drawings, supplier quotes, and estimates
Documentation & Consent Coordination
Support preparation and tracking of project documentation and submissions
Maintain checklists and monitor outstanding requirements (e.g., RFIs)
Coordinate documents with engineers, draftspeople, and suppliers
Ensure completeness and accuracy of submission packages
Stakeholder Coordination
Communicate with engineers, suppliers, and internal teams
Raise technical queries and follow through to resolution
Maintain clear, professional written communication at all times
CRM & Project Record Management
Update and maintain project data in CRM systems
Record project progress, supplier responses, and key updates
Ensure data accuracy and proper documentation tracking
Quality Expectations
Maintain a high level of accuracy with zero preventable errors
Carefully check all outputs including quantities, drawings, and pricing inputs
Clearly document assumptions, exclusions, and uncertainties
Proactively raise issues and avoid making unsupported assumptions 🎯 Requirements
Experience in steel detailing, structural drafting, or construction estimating
Strong ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings
Experience with material take-offs / quantity surveying
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, validation, templates)
Experience with CAD/BIM or steel detailing software
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Good written English communication
Ability to work remotely with international teams
Highly Desirable
Experience in steel buildings, sheds, warehouses, or industrial structures
Background in light gauge / cold-formed steel systems
Experience with tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, FrameCAD, or similar
Familiarity with supplier quote comparisons and construction workflows
Experience with CRM or project/document management systems
Qualifications
Degree or diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, Construction Management, or related field (preferred)
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Hard Skills & Tools

steel detailingstructural draftingconstruction estimatingmaterial take-offsquantity surveyingadvanced Microsoft ExcelCAD softwareBIM softwarelight gauge steel systemscold-formed steel systems

Soft Skills

attention to detailorganizational skillswritten communicationstakeholder coordinationproblem-solvingprofessional communicationremote teamworktechnical query resolutiondocumentation accuracyissue identification

Certifications

degree in Engineeringdegree in Architecturedegree in Draftingdegree in Construction Managementdiploma in Engineeringdiploma in Architecturediploma in Draftingdiploma in Construction Management