Hire a Project Estimator

Save 72% Compared to a domestic employee.

Partner with FullTeam to find and hire a full-time, English-speaking Project Estimator overseas. They’ll become a direct member of your team, working on your timezone to accurately estimate project costs and ensure budget alignment. And remember, you won't pay us ongoing fees per hire, and we offer up to a Lifetime guarantee.

THE SALARY

Employ a full-time Project Estimator for $1,725/mo.

THE RETENTION

Overseas estimators are retained for 3.3 years on average.

THE SAVINGS

You’ll save $53,100/yr compared to a US equivalent.

Will it work?

We’ve hired, and worked with hundreds of overseas employees. They’re motivated, educated, and culturally aligned. Here are some tasks that we’ve found a successful Project Estimator can take off your plate.

  • Analyze Project Requirements: Review project details and requirements.

  • Calculate Costs: Estimate the costs of materials, labor, and equipment.

  • Prepare Estimates: Develop detailed project cost estimates.

  • Evaluate Bid Proposals: Assess and compare bid proposals from contractors.

  • Create Budget Plans: Develop project budget plans.

  • Update Estimates: Revise estimates as project details change.

  • Document Estimates: Maintain records of all cost estimates.

  • Collaborate with Teams: Work with project managers and engineers to gather information.

  • Conduct Site Visits: Visit project sites to gather data and verify conditions.

  • Identify Cost Factors: Determine factors that may influence costs.

  • Prepare Reports: Generate reports on estimated costs and budget allocations.

  • Negotiate with Vendors: Discuss pricing with suppliers and contractors.

  • Track Expenses: Monitor project expenses to ensure they align with estimates.

  • Provide Risk Assessments: Identify and evaluate potential financial risks.

  • Support Decision-Making: Provide cost-related insights to support project decisions.

  • Ensure Compliance: Ensure all cost estimates comply with company policies and standards.

ZERO risk…

We cannot emphasize ZERO enough!

Our team will work tirelessly to find you the perfect match for your Operations role, and you’ll receive a full refund if a placement is not found.

When we find a match, we'll back them with our Lifetime Replacement Guarantee.

It’s impossible to lose!

Let us help you grow

It’s time to get your time back.

Our entire goal is to help your business grow. We know how tough it is to scale a team.

Reduce your hiring risk by expanding overseas.

Need a sample job description? Here you go…

Job Title: Project Estimator

Location: Remote

Job Description

We are seeking a meticulous Project Estimator to join our team remotely. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately estimating project costs, preparing budget plans, and supporting project managers to ensure projects are completed within budget. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in project estimation, and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams.

Responsibilities

  1. Review project details and requirements.

  2. Estimate the costs of materials, labor, and equipment.

  3. Develop detailed project cost estimates.

  4. Assess and compare bid proposals from contractors.

  5. Develop project budget plans.

  6. Revise estimates as project details change.

  7. Maintain records of all cost estimates.

  8. Work with project managers and engineers to gather information.

  9. Visit project sites to gather data and verify conditions.

  10. Determine factors that may influence costs.

  11. Generate reports on estimated costs and budget allocations.

  12. Discuss pricing with suppliers and contractors.

  13. Monitor project expenses to ensure they align with estimates.

  14. Identify and evaluate potential financial risks.

  15. Provide cost-related insights to support project decisions.

  16. Ensure all cost estimates comply with company policies and standards.

Requirements

  1. Proven experience as a Project Estimator or in a similar role.

  2. Strong analytical and mathematical skills.

  3. Proficiency in estimation software and tools.

  4. Excellent organizational and communication skills.

  5. Ability to create detailed and accurate cost estimates.

  6. High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certification is a plus.

  7. Experience in the construction or engineering industry.

  8. Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

  9. Knowledge of cost estimation methodologies.

  10. Previous experience in supporting project management is preferred.

Screening questions

  1. Do you have experience as a Project Estimator or in a similar role? (Yes/No)

  2. Are you proficient in using estimation software and tools? (Yes/No)

  3. Do you have experience preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates? (Yes/No)

Information Questions

  1. Can you describe your previous experience in estimating project costs?

  2. How do you ensure the accuracy of your cost estimates?

  3. Can you provide an example of a successful project you estimated?

Other Names and Titles for the Role "Project Estimator"

Cost Estimator

Specializes in estimating the costs of projects.

Construction Estimator

Focuses on estimating costs for construction projects.

Budget Estimator

Develops budget estimates for projects.

Bid Estimator

Prepares and evaluates bid proposals.

Cost Analyst

Analyzes costs and prepares estimates for projects.

Project Cost Manager

Manages project costs and ensures budget alignment.

I successfully built (and sold) my last business after experiencing tremendous growth. My secret... I built an overseas team to support my team in the USA. Now I’m building FullTeam to help you do the same.
— Zach Randall, Founder

Let’s do this together! No risk, all upside