Estimator (сметчик)

Preferred qualifications:

• Familiarity with U.S. customary units: feet, inches, square feet, cubic yards, linear feet, and pounds
• Experience with residential, commercial, multifamily, stone, masonry, concrete, sitework, finishing, or renovation projects.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Construction Estimator / Quantity Takeoff Specialist to support estimating and bidding for construction projects in the United States. You will review U.S. architectural, structural, and civil drawings; prepare accurate quantity takeoffs; organize scope information; and help our U.S.-based team produce timely, competitive bids. This role is well suited to a candidate with a civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or related background who wants long-term experience working on U.S. construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

> Review construction drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents in English.

> Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for assigned scopes of work.

> Measure and calculate quantities for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracted work.

> Prepare and update estimates using Excel and estimating/takeoff software.

> Identify drawing discrepancies, missing information, scope gaps, and potential bid risks.

> Prepare clarification questions and RFIs for the estimating team.

> Organize bid documents, subcontractor quotations, vendor pricing, and scope-comparison sheets.

> Assist with bid proposals, budget estimates, and internal cost summaries.

> Maintain accurate project files, takeoff sheets, and estimate revisions.

> Coordinate daily with U.S.-based estimating and project teams.

• Degree or practical background in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 1-3 years of experience in construction estimating, quantity takeoffs, cost estimation, drafting, or project engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction drawings.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, tables, filters, and organized cost worksheets.
• Experience with, or willingness to quickly learn, estimating/takeoff software such as Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, StackCT, Autodesk Takeoff, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
• English proficiency at strong B2 to C1 level, including the ability to read technical drawings, specifications, and written instructions.
• Russian at conversational level is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, time management, and ability to meet bid deadlines.
• Reliable internet connection and ability to work the assigned evening/night shift.

• 6:00 p.m.-3:00 a.m. Tashkent time, Monday-Saturday, supporting U.S. business hours.

  Preferred qualifications:

• Familiarity with U.S. customary units: feet, inches, square feet, cubic yards, linear feet, and pounds
• Experience with residential, commercial, multifamily, stone, masonry, concrete, sitework, finishing, or renovation projects.