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Varied & Impactful Role
Growth opportunities
Our client is an established residential construction and renovation business based in Castle Hill, specialising in extensions, renovations and bespoke residential projects. They are looking for an experienced Residential Estimator to join their team on a permanent basis.
This is a hands-on role with approximately 80% estimating and 20% contracts administration, giving you the opportunity to take ownership of the estimating process while supporting projects through to delivery.
About the Role
As the Residential Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates across a range of residential construction projects. Working from architectural plans, drawings and specifications, you will assess project requirements, price materials and labour, and prepare detailed quotations.
You will also provide support across the contracts administration function, working closely with the Project Manager to ensure projects are well organised and materials and trades are coordinated effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare detailed estimates and quotations for residential extensions, renovations and construction projects
Review architectural plans, drawings and specifications to accurately identify project requirements
Complete material take-offs and accurately price materials, labour and subcontractor costs
Obtain and compare supplier and subcontractor pricing
Enter and maintain project costs within estimating and construction software
Monitor budgets and identify potential cost variations
Prepare quote proposals for clients
Assist with the handover of successful projects to the delivery team
Support contracts administration across approximately ***** residential projects




Order materials and issue work orders to trades and suppliers
Work closely with the Project Manager to coordinate project requirements
Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy
About You
We are looking for a residential construction estimator who understands how homes are built and has a strong eye for detail and costs.
You will ideally have:
Previous estimating experience within residential construction
Strong experience pricing extensions, renovations and bespoke residential projects
The ability to confidently read and interpret architectural plans and construction drawings
Strong knowledge of residential building materials, trades and construction processes
Experience completing take-offs and preparing detailed project estimates
Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
The ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Good communication skills and the confidence to liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams
Experience with estimating, quoting or construction management software
Previous contracts administration or project coordination experience will be highly regarded
Qualifications
Qualification in Construction, Building, Estimating, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline is desirable
Relevant residential construction experience will be considered in place of formal qualifications
What's on Offer
Scope to negotiate a higher salary for the right candidate
Permanent, full-time position
Work within an established residential construction business
A genuine opportunity to take ownership of the estimating function
A wide-ranging role combining estimating and contracts administration
Reference number: *******
Profession:ConstructionEstimating
Company: Frontline Recruitment
Date posted: 2nd Sep, ****
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📌 Residential Estimator (Sydney)
🏢 Frontline Recruitment
📍 Sydney