Residential Sales Estimator / Pre-Construction Consultant
Alexacon Design & Build is a growing residential construction company delivering custom homes, duplexes, townhouses, secondary dwellings and residential developments across the Central Coast, Newcastle and surrounding areas.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of enquiries, we are seeking an experienced Residential Sales Estimator to manage clients through the complete pre-construction journey from the initial enquiry and site meeting through to detailed estimating, quotation presentation and signed building contract.
This is not a traditional estimating only position.
We are looking for someone who can combine strong construction knowledge with excellent communication, organisation and sales ability.
The successful candidate will take ownership of new opportunities, build trust with clients, coordinate the design and estimating process, and prepare accurate, commercially sound quotations that protect the company's required margins.
The role
You will be responsible for managing prospective clients from their initial enquiry through to a successful construction handover.
Your responsibilities will include:
Responding to and qualifying recent residential construction enquiries
Conducting initial client calls, office meetings and site inspections
Understanding the client's objectives, budget, timeframe and project requirements
Identifying whether a proposed project is realistic and commercially suitable
Working closely with our building designer throughout the concept and design process
Advising clients on design decisions that may affect construction costs
Preparing preliminary construction budgets and feasibility estimates
Reviewing architectural, engineering and consultant documentation
Completing detailed quantity take-offs and construction estimates
Obtaining and comparing supplier and subcontractor quotations
Preparing accurate trade breakdowns, allowances, Prime Cost items and Provisional Sums
Identifying exclusions,



design gaps and potential construction risks before pricing
Applying the company's required overheads, contingencies and gross margins
Preparing professional client quotations and scope documents
Presenting and explaining quotations to clients
Managing client questions, revisions and value-management discussions
Following up outstanding proposals and progressing suitable clients toward contract
Maintaining accurate lead, estimation and communication records in Wunder build
Coordinating a complete pre-construction handover once the project proceeds to construction
About you
To succeed in this role, you will ideally have
Previous experience estimating residential construction projects
A strong understanding of custom homes, duplexes, townhouses, renovations or secondary dwellings
The ability to interpret architectural, structural and consultant documentation
Experience completing detailed take-offs and trade-based estimates
A practical understanding of residential construction methods, sequencing and terminology
Strong knowledge of supplier pricing, subcontractor scopes and construction allowances
The confidence to communicate with clients and explain construction costs clearly
Strong sales, negotiation and relationship-building skills
Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness
The ability to identify missing scope, pricing risks and potential cost overruns
Strong computer skills and the ability to learn construction management software
Experience with Wunderbuild or similar estimating and CRM software would be advantageous
A current Australian driver licence
The ideal person




You may currently be working as a:
Residential Estimator
Sales Estimator
Building Estimator
Pre-Construction Consultant
New Home Sales Consultant with estimating experience
Contracts Administrator looking to move into a client-facing role
We are looking for someone who takes ownership of the process rather than waiting for every task to be assigned.
You must be comfortable communicating with clients while also having the technical ability to prepare a detailed, accurate and buildable quotation.
You will understand that securing the right project at the right margin is more important than simply winning every job.
What we offer
Competitive base salary based on experience
Commission and performance incentives for successfully converted projects
A strong pipeline of residential enquiries
The opportunity to manage projects from the initial lead through to signed contract
Direct involvement with the company director, designer and construction team
Modern estimating, CRM and project-management systems through Wunder build
The ability to contribute to and improve our sales and pre-construction processes
Genuine career progression as the company continues to grow
A supportive, practical and results-focused working environment
Remuneration
A competitive base salary plus superannuation will be offered based on the successful applicant's experience.
The role also includes a commission structure rewarding successful project conversions while maintaining the company's required gross margin.
How to apply
Please submit your resume together with a short cover letter outlining:
Your residential estimating experience
The types and values of projects you have priced
Your experience dealing directly with clients
Your preferred estimating software
An example of a project you helped progress from enquiry or design through to signed contract
Applications will be treated confidentially.

📌 Sales/Estimator (New South Wales)
🏢 alexacon design and build
📍 New South Wales