Remote Position
Remote Construction Estimator
🌍 Remote · United States
💼 Full-time
Per-Project Trade Estimator (100% Remote | 1099) Drywall | Metal Framing | Insulation | Fireproofing | Spray Foam | Painting Baybuild Estimators is expanding our network of experienced trade estimators to support commercial construction projects nationwide. This is a 100% remote, per-project estimating role. You will not work directly with clients, no selling is required, and all communication flows through Baybuild Estimators.
About the Role
As a Trade Estimator with Baybuild, your responsibility is to produce accurate, professional takeoffs and pricing deliverables based on issued construction documents. This role is ideal for estimators who:
- Prefer focused estimating work (not sales or client management)
- Want flexible, project-based income
- Have strong trade-specific estimating experience What You Will Do
- Prepare complete colored takeoffs by scope
- Produce detailed material lists
- Complete pricing workbooks using:
- Production rates and/or
- Piece-work rates (client-specific where applicable)
- Identify scope gaps and write clear RFIs when required
- Follow Baybuild estimating standards and formats
- Meet defined bid deadlines What You Will NOT Do
- No direct client communication
- No selling or negotiating work
- No project management responsibilities
- No liability for plan or document changes issued after plans are provided Required Experience
- 3+ years of professional estimating experience in one or more of the following trades:
- Drywall
- Metal Framing
- Insulation
- Fireproofing
- Spray Foam
- Painting
- Strong understanding of commercial construction scopes
- Ability to interpret drawings, specs, and addenda Software & Tools Experience with one or more of the following:
- PlanSwift
- Bluebeam
- On-Screen Takeoff
- STACK
- Trimble / Accubid
- Advanced Excel Nice to Have
- Previous experience as a Project Manager or Field Supervisor
- Familiarity with CSI divisions
- Existing vendor pricing relationships (e.g., FBM, L&W, specialty suppliers)
Compensation
- 1099 independent contractor position
- Paid per project
- Rate is:
- Based on project size and complexity
- Agreed upon before each assignment
- No commission structure — set rate per project Why Work With Baybuild Estimators
- 100% remote work
- Clear scopes and expectations
- No client or sales pressure
- Consistent estimating opportunities
- Professional, estimator-focused workflow Job Type: Contract Pay: $30.00 - $60.00 per hour Work Location: Remote Apply tot his job