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Oasis Outsourcing

Junior Estimating Assistant – Low Voltage / Electrical Systems

Manila

Philippines

Oasis Outsourcing

Junior Estimating Assistant – Low Voltage / Electrical Systems

Nairobi

Kenya

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Junior Estimating Assistant – Low Voltage / Electrical Systems

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Junior Estimating Assistant – Low Voltage / Electrical Systems

On-site | Manila, Philippines

About the Role

We are hiring a Junior Estimating Assistant to support the estimating team on low-voltage (electrical systems) construction projects. This is a hands-on, junior-level role focused on quantity take-offs, plan review, and bid support.

This position is ideal for junior professionals or recent graduates with a technical or electrical background who are detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with construction drawings.

No design work is involved. The role focuses on accurate counting, organizing, and reviewing scope.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform quantity take-offs from construction drawings and specifications
  • Review plan sets and identify drawings related to low-voltage systems (data, CCTV, access control, fire alarm, fiber)
  • Use Bluebeam to mark, count, and document take-offs
  • Enter and maintain estimating data in Google Sheets
  • Assist with bid preparation, organizing scope and quantities
  • Track bid items, deadlines, and missing information
  • Organize project files, drawings, and supporting documents
  • Communicate with internal team members as needed


Responsibilities

Required Background & Skills

  • 6+ months of experience in estimating, take-offs, or a related electrical / technical field
  • Background in:

    • Electrical Engineering
    • Electronics Engineering
    • Electrical / Electronics Technology
    • Construction or other technical-related fields
  • Hands-on experience using Bluebeam for take-offs (required)
  • Basic ability to read and understand construction drawings
  • Comfortable using Google Sheets and email
  • Willingness to learn low-voltage systems and estimating standards

What We Are Looking For

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work on repetitive tasks without losing accuracy
  • Organized, reliable, and accountable
  • Able to move forward even when some information is missing
  • Willing to ask questions and learn

Work Setup

  • On-site position
  • Location: Manila, Philippines

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