About the role
Have you been running your own business or are you just ready to get off the tools?

Barefoot Build is looking for a construction supervisor to join our small but growing team in a varied role combining site assessments, estimating, project coordination and project delivery.

The position is highly varied and sometimes mobile, with a significant part of your week spent travelling between prospective projects, active construction sites, suppliers and subcontractors across Melbourne.

We are ideally looking for a qualified carpenter or someone with a strong practical construction background who understands how buildings go together, can walk onto a site and assess what is required, and is looking to progress into a broader construction management and estimating role.

You don't necessarily need to be an experienced estimator. For the right person with strong construction knowledge, organization and communication skills, we can develop the estimating and commercial side of the role.

Duties & Key responsibilities

Attending prospective projects to inspect and assess proposed works

Reporting back to the project manager or Coordinator

Measuring, photographing and documenting existing site conditions

Helping Develop scopes of works and determining construction requirements

Identifying labour, materials, equipment and subcontractors required to complete works

Assisting with estimating, take-offs, supplier pricing and preparation of quotations

Reviewing architectural and construction drawings

Assisting and meeting with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers





Attending active projects to inspect progress and workmanship

Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and construction activities

Assisting with programming, procurement and project planning

Identifying variations and additional works

Troubleshooting construction issues on site

Managing smaller projects from commencement through to completion

Assisting the Project manager and coordinator with the delivery of larger projects where required

Ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard

There may occasionally be situations where your practical carpentry skills are useful on site, however this is not primarily an on-the-tools carpentry position.

What we're looking for

This role would particularly suit an experienced Carpenter, Leading Hand, Working Foreman or Construction Supervisor who is ready to take the next step in their career.

Trade qualification in Carpentry or significant equivalent construction experience

Strong practical knowledge of building and construction

Ability to inspect a site and determine what is required to complete the works

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

Good understanding of construction sequencing and different trades





Strong problem-solving skills

Good communication and people skills

Confidence dealing with clients, subcontractors and suppliers

Good organisation and time-management skills

Basic computer skills and willingness to learn our estimating and project management systems

Previous estimating, project management or supervisory experience would be highly regarded but is not essential for the right person.

What we offer

- Immediate start
- Fully maintained company vehicle + Fuel card
- Laptop
- Variety of projects across Melbourne
- Combination of site-based and office-based work
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Chance to develop estimating and project management skills
- Genuine opportunity to progress within the business
- Autonomy and responsibility as your experience in the role develops

About us
Barefoot Build is a respected construction company dedicated to delivering quality projects with integrity and excellence. With a focus on customer satisfaction and sustainable building practices, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in the construction industry. Our team comprises skilled professionals who are passionate about their work and committed to creating outstanding built environments. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, our commitment to safety, and our reputation for delivering projects that exceed client expectations.

Please note:The successful candidate must have the right to work in Australia

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📌 Construction Supervisor (Kingston)
🏢 Barefoot Projects
📍 Kingston