Construction Estimator

Our client is a leading expert in high-end commercial interior fit-outs and refurbishments.

As a dedicated team of seasoned project managers, site supervisors, and skilled tradespeople, they are united by a shared commitment to core values that guide every facet of their work.

They are now looking to hire a Construction Estimator who will play a pivotal role in shaping the client's projects through precise estimation and comprehensive assessment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Detailed Takeoffs: Conduct comprehensive and precise takeoffs from architectural drawings, ensuring all materials, labor, and equipment requirements are accurately accounted for.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and well-organized estimating documentation, ensuring accessibility for the project team.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, designers, and other stakeholders to provide essential support during project development.
• Cost Analysis: Continuously assess project costs, making necessary adjustments during the estimating process to maximize profitability.
• Value Engineering: Collaborate with the project team to identify cost-saving opportunities and propose value engineering solutions without compromising quality.
• Prepare tender scope of works.
• Compare construction changes between drawing revisions.
• Work will also be for live design & construct projects needing costing, as well as detailed variations.
• Manage tender portals, both client portals and our own.

Requirements

• Construction Management/ Quantity surveying degree (preferable).
• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in a construction estimating role.
• Proficiency in utilizing Bluebeam Revu for efficient project estimation.
• Strong command of MS Word and MS Excel for effective documentation and analysis.
• A proactive willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• A positive "can-do" attitude that thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Impeccable attention to detail to ensure accuracy at every stage.

Benefits

• Permanent work-from-home set-up
• Dayshift (Australian business hours)
• Full-time job
• HMO
• Paid leave
• Christmas Bonus equivalent to 1 month's wage (pro-rata)