Rebar / Concrete Estimator
Location: Remote (India) Employment Type: Full-Time
About Virtual Construct
Virtual Construct is a growing construction services provider supporting commercial and infrastructure projects across the United States. We specialize in preconstruction and estimating services for concrete works, delivering accurate, competitive, and buildable solutions.
Role Overview
We’re hiring an experienced
Rebar / Concrete Estimator
to produce precise take-offs and cost estimates for U.S. commercial and infrastructure projects. You will thoroughly review drawings, specifications, and all bid documents; clarify scope; and prepare detailed estimates for
all concrete elements
—from formwork and rebar to concrete placement, finishing, and embeds—ensuring complete, competitive bids.
Work Hours:
This position requires
a full overlap with U.S. working hours (Eastern Time)
to collaborate in real time with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams.
Key Responsibilities
Document Review & Scope Definition
Review drawings (architectural/structural/civil), specs, addenda, RFIs, geotechnical reports, and bid instructions to define complete scope and bid strategy. Identify ambiguities/gaps and prepare
pre-bid questions/RFIs
and
assumptions & exclusions
.
Detailed Quantity Take-Offs (QTO)
Perform itemized take-offs for:
formwork, reinforcing steel (including lap splices, bends, couplers, bar lists, and cover requirements as per U.S. standards), concrete (by strength/mix/placement method), embeds/inserts, joints, toppings, grouting, site concrete, and temporary works.
Break down elements by pour sequence to support logistics.
Cost Estimating & Bid Build-Up
Develop detailed cost models for
labor, materials, equipment, and consumables
, including production rates, waste factors, and mobilization. Level and analyze
vendor/subcontractor quotes.
Value Engineering (VE)
Propose constructible and cost-saving alternatives with quantified impacts.
Bid Management
Prepare bid forms, pricing summaries, and clarifications; support bid-day submissions.
Handover & Buyout
Prepare post-award estimate handoff packages (budgets, marked drawings, risk registers) and support buyout/vendor negotiations.
Data & Collaboration
Maintain cost databases and productivity benchmarks; collaborate daily with U.S. estimating and preconstruction teams.
Required Qualifications
- Diploma/Degree in
Civil Engineering, Construction Management
, or related field. - Minimum
3 years’ experience
in rebar and concrete estimating (U.S. market exposure preferred). - Strong skills in reading/interpreting
structural/architectural/civil drawings and specs.
- Proficiency in
estimation tools
: Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift/STACK, Excel, plus familiarity with Tekla/RebarCAD or similar. - Ability to work under tight deadlines with
full U.S. working hours overlap
. - Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will:
- Be
focused and driven
, with a mindset of ownership. - Show
curiosity
and a continuous improvement attitude. - Know how to
make the estimating process more efficient
using tools, data, and smart workflows. - Be
hardworking
, reliable, and resilient under deadlines. - Have
good communication skills
to work seamlessly with U.S.-based teams. - Be a
team player
, collaborating openly across engineering, procurement, and operations.
Nice-to-Have
- Experience with
Navisworks/ACC (BIM 360)
for model-based QTO. - Familiarity with
formwork engineering
and pour sequencing logistics. - Exposure to
infrastructure projects
such as wastewater plants, utilities, or schools.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) paid via
Virtual Construct (India)
. - Health/insurance benefits.
- Professional development, software training, and a supportive, collaborative team culture.
How to Apply
Email your
resume
and
cover letter
to
kmanoj@virtualconstruct.in
with the subject line:“
Rebar / Concrete Estimator Application – [Your Name]
”(Optionally, include 1–2 sample take-off pages or a brief portfolio of past projects.)
