Estimator / Contract Administrator
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Rawlinson ConstructionsResidential construction
Source API remote eligibility restrictions: Philippines, Monday to Friday, aligned with Melbourne business hours, with at least 6 hours of overlapFull-TimeMiddle
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Job Details
- Languages
- Strong written English
- Experience
- At least 3 years of experience estimating Australian residential construction projects, including new builds, extensions or renovations; at least 2 years of experience in contract administration or construction administration.
- Required Skills
- Microsoft Excel
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience estimating Australian residential construction projects, including new builds, extensions or renovations.
- At least 2 years of experience in contract administration or construction administration.
- Strong understanding of Australian residential construction methods, materials and building processes.
- Ability to interpret architectural, structural and engineering drawings.
- Experience with quantity takeoffs, BOQs, cost estimation and supplier or subcontractor pricing.
- Experience handling variations, purchase orders, subcontractor documentation and procurement.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience using construction estimating or takeoff software such as Cubit, CostX, PlanSwift or Bluebeam.
- A degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- Strong written English, communication and organisational skills; ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines and proactively identify issues.
- A stable internet connection and suitable home working environment.
- Familiarity with Buildertrend, Xero and Google Workspace is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Review architectural, structural and engineering drawings, specifications and project documentation.
- Prepare quantity takeoffs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and detailed project cost estimates.
- Calculate material and labour costs across construction trades and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
- Prepare tender submissions with scope summaries, inclusions, exclusions and allowances; identify gaps, raise RFIs and flag risks.
- Update estimates and project costs in Buildertrend.
- Prepare and manage variations, subcontractor scopes and agreements, onboarding documents and purchase orders.
- Match supplier invoices and subcontractor claims against approved purchase orders.
- Coordinate material orders, quotations, product selections and delivery schedules.
- Monitor budgets, committed costs, tender deadlines, outstanding quotations and project updates.
- Maintain project records, cost reports, quotations and document registers; assist with progress claims and monthly cost reporting.
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