Home-Based Estimating Specialist

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

The 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. Other necessary characteristics of the job include having a strong attention to detail, ability to work well with co-workers, and a desire to learn new work skills.

REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES

Highly proficient communicator in both spoken and written English

Well-structured and well organized

Outstanding organizational and time management skills

Extremely detail-oriented

Have a proven history of meeting deadlines

WHAT YOU WILL DO

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, 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

Performs other tasks analogous to the foregoing.

Assist in providing a cost estimates by doing what is typically known as a take off of the plans for the lighting fixtures

This person will be counting fixtures in project blueprints and provide that to our quotations people.

Analyzing project requirements, reading blueprints, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure project costs are accurately forecasted.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

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.

WHAT WE OFFER

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

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

Industry-leading salary packages

Permanent work-from-home setup

Governement-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

WHO WE ARE

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.

At DCX, 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!