Schedule
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sydney (AEST) with 30 minutes paid break
About Us
We are a well-established Australian business specializing in premium tile supply and installation solutions for residential, commercial, and large-scale construction projects. Working closely with builders, architects, designers, and developers, we deliver high-quality products and services while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our growing team. This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end estimation and quotation process for tiling projects, from reviewing architectural drawings and preparing quantities to obtaining supplier pricing and delivering accurate project quotations. The ideal candidate has strong construction estimating experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
Responsibilities
- Import architectural drawings into Cubit and accurately measure floor and wall areas for tiling projects
- Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs) in accordance with Australian standards
- Review architectural plans, finishes schedules, and project documentation to identify project requirements
- Coordinate with suppliers via email to obtain current material pricing, product specifications, and availability
- Match tile specifications and finishes to the appropriate suppliers and products
- Compile accurate and fully priced quotations using material costs and labour rates provided by the client
- Manage multiple tenders and quotation requests while meeting submission deadlines
- Maintain organized records of estimates, supplier correspondence, and project documentation
- Identify discrepancies, missing information, or potential cost risks and communicate findings proactively
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure quotations accurately reflect project scope and requirements
Requirements
- Proven experience in construction estimation, preferably within tiling, flooring, fit-out, or related trades
- Proficiency with Cubit (CostX) or similar quantity take-off and estimation software
- Experience preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQs) to Australian standards
- Strong ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and finishes schedules
- Excellent written communication skills for supplier coordination and quotation preparation
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail when compiling measurements and pricing
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of the estimation process
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and cloud-based project management tools