Job Title: Estimator (Commercial Painting & Coatings)
Job Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, Pacific Time Zone
Salary: USD $1,200–$2,000/month (depending on experience)
Location: Latin America
About the Company
Our client is a Los Angeles-based commercial painting contractor specializing in large-scale commercial painting projects. With a lean, high-performing estimating team, the company manages a high volume of bids each month and is looking for a dedicated remote estimator to become a long-term extension of its in-house operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator with commercial painting experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys producing accurate, competitive estimates with minimal supervision.
About the Role
We are seeking a Full-Time Commercial Painting Estimator to support the company's growing bidding pipeline. You will prepare detailed takeoffs, review drawings and specifications, communicate with clients to clarify project scope,
and develop competitive estimates for commercial painting and coatings projects across the United States.
The adecuado candidate already understands commercial painting estimating and can quickly integrate into an established workflow without extensive training.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs for commercial painting and coatings projects using PlanSwift and Excel.
- Review architectural drawings, specifications, finish schedules, and painting scopes.
- Interpret painting-specific specifications, products, coatings, wall coverings, and finish requirements.
- Communicate with clients and project stakeholders to clarify scope, specifications, and bid requirements.
- Develop competitive cost estimates based on production rates, labor, materials, and project conditions.
- Identify exclusions, assumptions, and potential scope gaps before submitting proposals.
- Support a high-volume monthly bidding schedule while maintaining accuracy and deadlines.
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