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How a Commercial Glass Supplier Hired a Remote Project Estimator for $1,000/ month

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Editor’s note: Some customers prefer not to be named, so we’ve purposefully removed their company name in this article. We’re their secret weapon. :-) Name of the hired applicant has been changed for privacy purposes.

What does this client’s business do? 

Our client is a full-scale commercial glass provider for construction, installation, and architectural solutions such as storefronts, doors, windows, and curtain walls. 

 

Who was hired and what was their role? 

With increasing projects for bidding, they needed a Project Estimator who could efficiently prepare cost estimates. After evaluating applicants, Somewhere recommended hiring from the Philippines, specifically Randy.

Randy is in charge of the following as the Project Estimator:

  • Sending quote requests to vendors and compiling bids
  • Performing takeoffs from architectural plans
  • Using MS Excel to prepare quotations for commercial construction projects

By tapping into Somewhere’s expertise, the client was able to hire Filipino VAs and specialized professionals to meet their growing business needs.

 

What is the salary of the individual they hired?

Randy works full-time in the client time zone for $1,000 per month.

What was the candidate’s background before being hired?

With two years of experience as a Project Estimator, Randy is proficient in PlanSwift, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Cubist. His typical work day includes getting the plan, working with the Estimator Manager and other estimators, and liaising regarding plans and installation. Randy is also skilled at commercial construction and reading architectural drawings. He is a licensed Civil Engineer in the Philippines. 

Need to hire someone like this too?

When you need to expand your team, we’re here to help. At Somewhere, we specialize in helping small businesses hire from the Philippines or hire from Latin America or South Africa, connecting you with top overseas talent at 80% less than U.S. equivalents.

Whether you need to hire Filipino VAs, hire Latin American remote workers, or find skilled professionals to fill specialized roles, we’ve got you covered. Our network includes:

  • Customer support representatives
  • Virtual assistants
  • Project managers
  • Creatives
  • Development specialists
  • Accounting professionals

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