Australian Cost Estimator

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Cost Estimator & Internal Support professional to support our Australian estimating team from the Philippines. Your primary focus will be preparing accurate quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and cost estimates for Australian construction projects while supporting tender preparation, procurement, supplier coordination, and project administration.

This role plays a key part in delivering accurate, competitive tenders while ensuring estimating documentation, purchasing activities, and internal project support are managed efficiently.

Ideal Candidate (Must-Have Requirements)

• Solid experience preparing quantity take-offs, BOQs, and construction cost estimates
• Experience supporting Australian construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, estimating principles, materials, and procurement processes
• Experience preparing material schedules, cost estimates, and subcontractor quotations
• Experience coordinating suppliers, subcontractors, and purchasing activities
• Exposure to retail fit-outs, shopfitting, commercial interiors, joinery, or custom cabinetry
• Familiarity with finishes schedules and hardware schedules
• Proficiency in Cubit, Microsoft Excel, and/or similar estimating software
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tender deadlines and priorities
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with internal stakeholders
• Experience supporting project coordination, construction administration, or factory operations is highly regarded
• Exposure to inventory management, website updates, or social media administration is an advantage

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), material schedules, and cost estimates from construction drawings
• Review plans, specifications, finish schedules, hardware schedules, and tender documentation
• Support the Australian estimating team in preparing accurate and competitive tender submissions
• Source, obtain, and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Prepare and organise estimating documentation, pricing information, and procurement records
• Maintain estimating records, project files, supplier databases, pricing schedules, and tender registers
• Assist with purchasing materials and coordinating suppliers and subcontractors
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely tender submissions and smooth project delivery
• Support project coordinators with logistics, delivery schedules, and project administration
• Monitor project costs and compare actual costs against estimates to improve future pricing accuracy
• Maintain warehouse records, inventory, and tool registers as required
• Assist with management documentation, internal procedures, and process improvements
• Update the company website and social media with approved project content when required
• Provide general administrative support, supplier coordination, and reception duties as needed