Estimator/Project Manager (021 - 846)

​​Looking for Philippines-based candidates

Job Role: Estimator/Project Manager

Compensation range: $1,500 - $1,800 AUD  Monthly

Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement

Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 9:00AM - 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your time.

Who We Are:

At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home.

Who The Client Is:

Landscape construction company specializing in high-end residential landscaping, particularly across the eastern suburbs of Sydney. The company provides landscape design, construction, and maintenance services, handling projects ranging from backyard refurbishments through to large-scale outdoor construction works.  

Their work includes:

• Landscape construction
• Stone masonry and brickwork
• Concreting
• Carpentry
• Excavation
• Outdoor kitchens
• Pool surrounds
• Irrigation and garden maintenance

They position their company as a premium, detail-focused contractor with a strong emphasis on workmanship, client relationships, and custom outdoor spaces. The business appears to rely heavily on referrals and word-of-mouth reputation.  

The company describes its approach as:

“Bringing your dream to life” They operate from the eastern suburbs of Sydney and have completed hundreds of landscaping projects across the region.  

Role Overview:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Estimator / Project Manager to lead projects from initial costing through to successful delivery. This hybrid role combines accurate project estimation with hands-on project management, ensuring all work is financially viable, well-planned, and executed efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating:

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and detailed take-offs based on project plans and specifications
• Analyze drawings, materials, labor, and time requirements to develop competitive bids
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing and proposals
• Identify risks, cost-saving opportunities, and value engineering options
• Maintain and update cost databases and estimating tools

Project Management:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee projects from award to completion
• Develop project timelines, schedules, and resource allocation plans
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams
• Track project progress, costs, and performance against budget
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and quality requirements
• Communicate regularly with clients and stakeholders, providing updates and resolving issues
• Handle change orders, variations, and contract administration

• Must be proficient in Buildxact  
• Proven experience in estimating and/or project management within construction or a related industry
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong project management and organizational abilities
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in estimating and project management software
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Work Arrangement & Expectations:

This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.

To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)