Job Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced, commercially minded Construction Estimator to support their growing residential building business. This is not just a data entry role; it requires a professional with a deep understanding of Australian residential building methodologies, house-and-land packaging, and supplier pricing structures. You will play a critical role in preparing accurate build estimates, evaluating land opportunities, and supporting the sales team with highly competitive pricing. By identifying margin risks and value-engineering opportunities early, you will ensure every project is positioned for both profitability and market competitiveness.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. Note: Flexible during client business hours (Australia).

Responsibilities

• Plan & Document Review: Analyze architectural drawings, structural engineering plans, tender packages, council requirements, and estate covenants to determine the precise scope of work.
• Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates for single-storey, double-storey, custom homes, and house-and-land packages, completing detailed material take-offs and labor calculations.
• Site Cost Assessment: Evaluate complex site costs including slab upgrades, retaining walls, earthworks, service connections, and estate-specific developer guidelines.
• Package Integration: Work closely with sales and land acquisition teams to strategically package available land opportunities with optimal home designs.
• Database Maintenance: Update and maintain internal pricing databases, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), inclusions lists, and localized supplier/trade rates.
• Procurement & Negotiation: Source and negotiate competitive pricing from suppliers, trades, and subcontractors to minimize pricing variations post-contract.
• Feasibility & Strategy: Assist with feasibility studies for new land opportunities in emerging growth corridors and analyze competitor market positioning.

Requirements

• Australian Market Expertise: Minimum 3+ years of experience in Australian residential construction estimating.
• Sector Knowledge: Solid understanding of house-and-land packages, estate developments, and project home pricing mechanics (experience in the Queensland market is preferred).
• Technical Literacy: Proven ability to accurately interpret complex architectural, structural, and civil engineering documentation.
• Volume Building Experience: Experience working with volume builders, boutique builders, or residential project home companies is highly regarded.
• Commercial Mindset: Ability to balance cost control with sales strategy to create attractive, high-margin consumer proposals.

Technical Skills Proficiency in one or more of the following platforms is highly required:

• Buildxact / Databuild / similar residential estimating software
• Bluebeam Revu
• Microsoft Excel (advanced calculations and formulas)
• AutoCAD (basic view and measurement extraction)
• Modern CRM and construction workflow management systems

Qualifications

• High level of attention to detail with zero tolerance for data gaps.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills to collaborate effectively with drafting, sales, and senior leadership.
• Proactive, resourceful, and highly comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, growth-focused remote environment.

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations 

Note

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.