Residential Quantity Surveyor / Estimator
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VIC (Remote)Full-TimeSenior
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Job Details
- Experience
- 5+ years experience
- Required Skills
- Microsoft Excel
Requirements
- 5+ years experience as a Residential QS / Estimator in Australia (VIC preferred)
- Strong experience with detached homes, townhouses, and small developments
- Ability to read architectural, structural, and services drawings
- Strong understanding of Australian construction costs and trade sequencing
- Excellent attention to detail
- Volume builder or custom home builder background
- Feasibility estimating for developers
- Variation management
- Procurement coordination
- Knowledge of NCC and Victorian residential standards
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed residential estimates for new builds, duplexes, townhouses, and knock-down rebuilds
- Conduct material take-offs from plans and specifications
- Build BOQs and cost plans aligned with VIC building standards
- Analyse drawings, engineering details, and inclusions
- Source and compare subcontractor quotes
- Prepare tender submissions and variation pricing
- Review supplier pricing and allowances
- Assist value engineering and cost optimisation
- Monitor budgets through pre-construction stages
- Prepare feasibility estimates for developers and builders
- Support contract documentation and scope clarifications
- Track cost changes and variations
- Maintain estimating templates and cost databases
- Ensure accurate record keeping in project management systems
- Provide reporting to project managers and directors
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