Job Description

About the business & the role

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Established in 2012, BCT has established a strong reputation in building homes in and around Melbourne's inner west and North.

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BCT Group specialise in the design and construction of renovation, extension & knock down rebuild projects. Our team handle every aspect of a project, from design and interior design to pricing and construction.

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We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team.

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With a versatile set of responsibilities, you will be highly suited to this opportunity if you have experience estimating in residential construction and are looking to be exposed to a wide variety of architecturally designed residential projects. Reporting to the Construction and estimating manager, the successful applicant will join a team committed to delivering a high quality service

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A full-time role is on offer with salary based on experience.

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This is a full time office based role. Our office is based in Kingsville.

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We are looking for someone local to the west.

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Job tasks and responsibilities

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The successful applicant will work collaboratively with our team of in-house architects, interior designers, site managers & fellow estimators. You will report directly to the Construction & Estimating Manager. Your primary focus will be to complete material & labour take-offs, identify and vet subcontractor quotes and setup project estimates.

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Key areas of responsibilities include:

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- Provide preliminary cost estimates using CoConstruct & Buildxact for our concept designs & externally designed projects
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- Attend preliminary site visits to assess existing site conditions and site access
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- Assist with full project cost estimating utilising both Buildxact & CoConstruct
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- Attend client meetings to aid in the presentation of project budget's
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- Effectively issue purchase orders using CoConstruct to all suppliers and contractors
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- Ensure each estimate is clearly documented and presented in a professional manner
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- Assist with variations throughout the client project and ensure they are documented and costed accordingly
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Skills and Experience

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- Previous experience in residential estimating or Construction experience
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- Solid computing skills with ability to work across different platforms and pick up new skills
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- Exceptional attention to detail
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- Strong communication skills – both written and verbal
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- . Professional presentation
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- Efficient organisational skills, including time management, prioritising, and managing busy workload
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- . Ability to manage multiple tasks at once time
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Attributes and Behaviors

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- Positive & proactive attitude
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- Displays integrity in every aspect of their work
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- Strong problem solving, analytical and computer skills
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- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
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- Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills to build robust working relationships across the business
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- A proven ability in reading and interpreting architectural working drawings, engineering plans, soil reports and specifications
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- Displays respect and consideration to all internal and external stakeholders
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- Committed individual who regularly seeks out opportunities for improvement within themselves and their work
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Responsibilities

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- Attend site visits with construction teams to assess existing conditions
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- Review architectural, engineering and interior design documents to identify subcontractor quotes required
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- Complete detailed material and labour take-offs
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- Complete project budget/estimate
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- Prepare & attend client presentations of project budget
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📌 Residential construction estimator (Victoria)
🏢 BCT Group
📍 Victoria