Schedule:

• Melbourne, VIC
• 40 hours per week - 8am to 5pm AEDT
  

 

About the Role
You’ll work across fast-paced insurance estimating—where precision and efficiency are critical—while also gaining opportunities to lead estimating initiatives for luxury builders high-end residential projects. This role offers the best of both worlds: dynamic day-to-day work, and long-term progression into senior leadership within a growing private construction division. As a senior member of the estimating function, you will also assist in mentoring and supporting junior estimators, sharing knowledge, improving team capability, and helping ensure company-wide estimating standards are upheld.

What You Will Be Doing

• Preparing detailed cost estimates, quotes, and Scopes of Work for residential building projects.
• Interpreting plans, engineering documents, photos, and site data to produce accurate costings.
• Reviewing trades, materials, labour rates, inclusions/exclusions, and contingencies.
• Working closely with Pre-Construction, Project Management, and Senior Management to refine scopes and ensure budget accuracy.
• Supporting and mentoring junior estimators—reviewing their work, upskilling them in processes, and helping maintain consistent quality across the team.
• Providing guidance on company estimating procedures and best practices based on experience.
• Contributing to tender submissions for residential, insurance, and small commercial projects.
• Participating in major loss quoting (training provided).

 

Must-Have Experience (Non-Negotiable)
You must meet all the following criteria:

• Minimum 5 years residential estimating experience — If you do not have residential estimating experience, your application will not progress.
• Demonstrated capability preparing detailed costings and scopes for residential building projects.
• Ability to read and interpret residential building plans and engineering drawings
  Commercial estimating experience is beneficial, but residential experience is essential.

Skills & Attributes We’re Looking For

• Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and understanding of construction cost structures
• Knowledge of Australian building codes, construction methods, and industry pricing
• Experience with estimating or project management systems
• Excellent communication with internal teams, supervisors, and management
• Ability to mentor junior staff and contribute to a culture of growth and improvement
• Organised, reliable, and capable of meeting deadlines

Why Join Us?
Our operations adhere to industry-leading standards, supported by the guidance of our Managing Director, who serves as the President of the Master Builders Association in Victoria. As part of our company, you gain exposure to best-practice systems, high-quality processes, and mentorship from an organisation recognised at the highest level of the Victorian building industry.

 

Independent Contractor Perks

• HMO Coverage for eligible locations
• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

 

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