Offshore Estimating Team Lead | Remote - Quezon City

Make your next big career move by applying as KMC Solutions' next ESTIMATING MANAGER (OFFSHORE TEAM LEAD)!

You will also play a key role in the bidding process and provide crucial cost information to support project planning and execution.

Along with our Australia and New Zealand team leaders, you will play a key role in training, development, and performance management of the offshore team members. In essence, an Offshore Team Lead acts as a bridge between the offshore team and the organization, ensuring smooth operations, high performance, and a positive team dynamic.

On top of your salary, here are the exciting benefits you can look forward to:

• Health Insurance/HMO
• Enjoy unlimited MadMax Coffee
• Diverse learning & growth opportunities
• Accessible Cloud HR platform (Sprout)
• Above standard leaves

The main responsibilities of a ESTIMATING MANAGER (OFFSHORE TEAM LEAD) include:

• Leading and managing the Estimating Team, including task management, resource allocation, and mentoring junior estimators.
• Developing and implementing standardized estimating processes, methodologies, and systems to ensure accurate and reliable cost estimates.
• Overseeing the bidding process to ensure estimates are competitive and complete with all necessary information.
• Analyzing project requirements by reviewing plans, specifications, and documentation to identify labor, material, equipment, and service needs.
• Generating detailed cost estimates, including material quantities, labor hours, and potential cost variations.
• Communicating estimates to executive management, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Implementing quality control measures to ensure all estimates meet company standards.
• Conducting benchmarking and identifying areas for continuous improvement in estimating practices.
• Providing expert cost advice and budget planning support to project teams.
• Mentoring and coaching team members to promote estimating best practices and professional development.
• Providing guidance, direction, and motivation to the offshore team, fostering a productive and collaborative work environment.
• Helping set individual and team performance goals, monitoring progress, giving feedback, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Facilitating clear and consistent communication between the offshore team and internal stakeholders to support effective collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Identifying and resolving team or individual issues, escalating when necessary.
• Identifying training needs, developing training programs, and supporting the growth and upskilling of team members.
• Managing team resources, including time, budget, and materials, to ensure efficient and effective operations.
• Ensuring the offshore team’s work meets quality standards and complies with relevant company policies and procedures.

To apply, you must be an expert on the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Construction Management, Engineering).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating, with 1–3 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity.
• Experience in commercial interior fit-outs and construction is required; other construction experience is also welcome.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead, motivate, and guide a team, delegate tasks effectively, and manage performance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex
• information, identify cost drivers, and resolve challenges effectively.
• Proficiency in estimating software and tools, with a strong aptitude for learning new technologies and systems.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, methods, materials, and cost factors.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences, including across different cultures and time zones.
• Strong negotiation skills, particularly in dealing with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills to build rapport, foster positive working relationships, and manage diverse teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Technical expertise relevant to the construction industry and the specific role responsibilities.