Remote Joinery Estimator Job - Asia-Based, AU Hours — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
Timezone Constraints: This role requires following Australian business hours, which means AEST (UTC+10) or AEDT (UTC+11) depending on the season. For Asian-based nomads, this is relatively manageable — if you're in Southeast Asia (Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Bali), you're only 1–3 hours behind Australia's eastern states, making overlap comfortable. East Asian locations (Japan, South Korea, Taiwan) are even closer.
Location Flexibility: The role is 100% remote under an Independent Contractor Agreement, open to candidates across Asia. However, the AU hours requirement effectively anchors you to the Asia-Pacific timezone band. Nomading to Europe or the Americas would make this role very difficult to sustain.
Visa Considerations: As an independent contractor, you can legally work from most Asian countries on a tourist visa for short stays, or explore digital nomad visas where available (e.g., Thailand's LTR visa, Indonesia's digital nomad visa for Bali). The Philippines headquarters means local hires face no visa complexity at all.
Cost of Living vs. Salary: At Php 55,000–65,000/month (~USD 950–1,120), consider these comparisons:
- Manila/Cebu (Philippines): Very comfortable — mid-range lifestyle easily covered.
- Chiang Mai, Thailand: USD 1,000–1,100 covers a solid nomad lifestyle including coworking.
- Bali, Indonesia: Tight but doable, especially outside peak tourist seasons.
No explicit travel or coworking perks are mentioned, so budget for your own workspace setup.
Headquarters: Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
URL: https://jobs.workable.com/company/dcaVtKQqXr9FwBNppNCBH9/jobs-at-d2b
Position: Estimator – Commercial Joinery / Fit-Out
Salary Range: Php 55,000–65,000/month (The final amount will be at the client's discretion based on the candidate's skills and experience.)
Working Hours: Following AU business hours
Work Set-Up: 100% Remote work under Independent Contractor Agreement
Holidays: AU Holidays
Recruitment Process: Possible multiple client interviews and an assessment
About the Company & Role
Our client is a well-established business operating in the commercial interiors and construction sector, specialising in the delivery of customised joinery and interior solutions for various commercial projects. The business works across different stages of project delivery, from initial planning and costing through to manufacturing and installation, with a strong focus on quality, precision, and efficient project execution.
They are looking for an Estimator who will support their estimating operations by preparing accurate cost calculations, reviewing project requirements, and assisting with tender submissions. In this role, you will work with architectural drawings, project specifications, supplier quotations, and estimating documentation to ensure that all project costs and details are properly accounted for. You will also use an established ERP system to manage estimating information and coordinate with internal teams to support smooth project execution.
This is a great opportunity for someone with commercial joinery estimating experience who is detail-oriented, organised, and comfortable working within a structured remote team.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare quantity take-offs and cost estimates for commercial joinery and fit-out projects.
- Review architectural drawings, specifications, schedules, and tender documents to understand project scope and requirements.
- Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, exclusions, and potential cost considerations.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations to support accurate project costing.
- Assist in preparing detailed and competitive tender submissions within established deadlines.
- Encode, update, and maintain estimating information, project details, and costing records using Innergy ERP.
- Review quantities, calculations, pricing, and project information to ensure accuracy before submission.
- Coordinate with internal teams regarding project requirements, estimating details, and clarifications.
- Maintain organised and accurate estimating documentation and records.
- Follow established estimating procedures and contribute to improving the accuracy and efficiency of the estimating process.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Commercial joinery and construction estimating
- Quantity take-offs and cost calculations
- Tender preparation and documentation
- Architectural drawing and specification interpretation
- Supplier and subcontractor coordination
- Project costing and scope assessment
- ERP data management
- Numerical accuracy and attention to detail
- Organisation and time management
- Team collaboration and coordination
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
Software & Tools
Required:
- Innergy ERP
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office Suite
Required Qualifications & Experience
- At least 2 years of experience in commercial joinery estimating, construction estimating, or a closely related estimating role.
- Hands-on experience using Innergy ERP is mandatory.
- Practical experience preparing quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and tender submissions.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, construction plans, specifications, and project documentation.
- Understanding of commercial joinery materials, components, manufacturing processes, and project requirements.
- Experience obtaining supplier quotations and working with project costing information.
- Familiarity with ERP-based workflows and maintaining accurate project records.
- Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
- Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple assignments and deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and follow established processes.
- Comfortable working remotely and coordinating with an Australian-based team.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Experience working on Australian commercial joinery or interior fit-out projects.
- Background in joinery manufacturing, cabinetry, commercial interiors, or construction.
- Familiarity with Australian construction documentation and tendering processes.
- Experience working with supplier and subcontractor pricing.
To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/d2b-estimator-commercial-joinery-fit-out
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