Australian Cost Estimator
On-site (either IT Park Cebu / Robinsons Cybergate Delta Davao) or WFH
About the Role
We’re looking for an Australian Cost Estimator to prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for Australian construction projects. You’ll review plans, drawings, specifications, and other project documentation, complete quantity take-offs, assess material, labour, and subcontractor requirements, and prepare detailed estimates and Bills of Quantities. You’ll also support tender preparation, pricing activities, cost comparisons, and variations while working with internal teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to clarify project requirements and pricing.
Ideal Candidate (Must-Have Requirements)
- Previous experience in cost estimating within the Australian construction industry
- Good understanding of Australian construction methods, materials, and project requirements
- Experience preparing cost estimates, quantity take offs, measurements, and Bills of Quantities
- Ability to accurately interpret architectural, engineering, construction drawings, specifications, and other project documentation
- Strong understanding of construction costs, including materials, labour, subcontractors, and other project expenses
- Experience using construction estimating, take off, measurement, or project management software
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with costing and estimating spreadsheets
- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem solving skills
- Ability to accurately identify project scope, quantities, cost requirements, exclusions, and potential variations
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing estimates and supporting documentation
- Experience working across different types of Australian construction projects is highly regarded
- Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet competing project deadlines
- Strong communication skills and confidence coordinating with suppliers, subcontractors, internal teams, and other stakeholders
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Review project plans, drawings, specifications, and other relevant documentation
- Complete accurate quantity take offs, measurements, and scope assessments
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and Bills of Quantities
- Calculate material, labour, subcontractor, and other project costs
- Research and assess supplier and subcontractor pricing
- Assist with tender preparation and pricing submissions
- Review project scope and identify cost requirements, exclusions, assumptions, and potential variations
- Maintain accurate estimating records, costing schedules, and supporting documentation
- Use relevant estimating and construction software to complete measurements, calculations, and estimates
- Review estimates for accuracy, completeness, and consistency
- Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to clarify project requirements and pricing
- Assist with cost comparisons, variations, and other project costing requirements
- Track and update estimates as project information or pricing changes
- Manage multiple estimating projects and deliver work within required deadlines
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