Outsourced Construction Estimators

What is an estimator?

An estimator is responsible for estimating the amount, cost, materials, labour and resources needed to complete a particular project or design. They often work on construction or engineering projects where they collaborate with engineers, managers and architects to discuss budgets and costs.

Estimator duties and tasks can include:

Preparation of estimates and budgets regarding the overhead, building and manufacturing costs of projects
Managing overall costs and recommending ways to reduce expenses
Negotiating with contractors and sub-contractors in regards to labour costs
Liaising with suppliers to discuss prices and discounts
Researching the value and feasibility of a project before it begins.

These engineering tasks are particularly well-suited to being outsourced. Organisations free up their local teams’ time by sending these tasks to outsourced estimators. This allows your onshore team to focus on performing higher value, revenue generating work.

TALK TO US

Estimators can communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders such as architects and engineers. They possess mathematical knowledge and IT skills, which heightens their attention to detail when it comes down to preparing estimates for all products and materials.

Outsourcing services recruit estimators the same way an internal talent acquisition team would. Essentially, they ask the same questions to understand whether these offshore candidates would be able to provide the level of quality required by Australian organisations:

What experience and knowledge do you have working as an estimator or a similar role in an accounting function within project management?
What are your mathematical skills like?
How do you ensure excellent communication between stakeholders such as architects, engineers, vendors and contractors throughout the project lifecycle?
How do you analyse different manufacturing or construction techniques to identify the most cost-effective solution for a project?
Provide an example of how you showcased a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; especially when considering how a minor change in estimates can have a significant effect on the overall cost of a project?
What computer software are you familiar with in terms of budgeting? How familiar are you with Excel?

In terms of qualifications, a higher education degree or certificate in mathematics, civil engineering, construction science or a Cert IV in building and construction (estimating) is desirable. Outsourcing companies can help you find the right candidate to meet your organisation's estimating requirements. Hiring an offshore estimator who can work independently and possesses strong numeracy skills, means they can efficiently support and coordinate with your onshore teams to increase revenue and improve efficiency.

Reduced costs

Save up to 70% on employment costs.

Expert support

A reputable outsourced provider can help ensure your outsourced journey is optimised for success.

Improve staff satisfaction

Increase employee satisfaction and decrease staff attrition rates.

Business growth

Foster sustainable business longevity by reinvesting into the growth of your business.

Flexibility and availability

Help your business become more agile and flexible by opening up 24/7 availability.

Access a global talent pool

Give your business the ability to tap into a global talent pool to source candidates from anywhere in the world.

What are the costs associated with outsourcing HR specialist roles?

Outsourcing your estimator roles to the Philippines can represent significant cost savings of up to 70%. At Beepo, we offer a simple monthly fee to help you reduce your overheads and focus on growing your business. This monthly fee covers everything: including infrastructure, security, recruitment and training, management and staff benefits.

For more detailed information on costs, please arrange a business consultation so we can tailor a solution to your business needs.

How does hiring an outsourced estimator work?

This first step is to find out if your business is offshore ready. If the answer is yes, here are the next steps:

Create a job description: to help us hire the right candidate for your role. We can also assist in this process to ensure we are finding the best talent in the current local market.
Source the right candidate: we source candidates across our database and the local market before presenting you with a shortlist of the most suitable candidates available.
Screen and interview: you screen, interview and select the candidate(s) you’d like to hire while we take care of the infrastructure set up to get them ready to work for your business. It’s usually around six to eight weeks to get your offshore staff up and running.
Onboard and train: your business, along with the operational assistance of our offshore management team, organise new staff onboarding and training, including the use of your systems, any relevant processes and workflows they may need and an overview of your company values and culture. This will help your new team member fit seamlessly into your organisation and assist in effective change management with your existing onshore team members.