Estimator & Contract Administrator - Interior Fit-Out

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Estimator & Contract Administrator specialising in interior fit-out and finishing trades, including plasterboard (Gyprock), partitions, ceilings, painting and related finishing works.

The role involves preparing accurate quotations, conducting quantity take-offs, obtaining subcontractor and supplier pricing, and managing contracts, variations and project costs.

Key Responsibilities

- Review architectural drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
- Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for plasterboard, partitions, ceilings, painting and other interior finishing works.
- Prepare competitive quotations and tender submissions.
- Obtain and compare material and subcontractor quotations.
- Calculate material quantities, labour costs and subcontractor rates.
- Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and detailed cost breakdowns.
- Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve competitive pricing.
- Prepare and manage subcontract agreements and purchase orders.
- Assess progress claims, variations and subcontractor invoices.
- Monitor project budgets, profitability and cost variations.
- Maintain accurate estimating, contract and project cost records.
- Coordinate with project managers and site supervisors.

About You





- Minimum 3 years of Australian construction estimating experience, preferably in interior fit-out and finishing trades.
- Strong knowledge of plasterboard (Gyprock), partitions, ceilings, painting and related trade pricing.
- Ability to independently read construction drawings and complete accurate quantity take-offs.
- Experience preparing quotations and tender submissions for interior construction works.
- Good understanding of Australian construction materials, labour rates and subcontractor pricing.
- Experience in contract administration, variations and progress claims.
- Proficiency in Excel and construction estimating software.
- Strong attention to detail, cost awareness and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple quotations and projects.

About Our Client

Our client is a Sydney-based construction company specialising in residential developments, interior construction and fit-out projects.

With a growing pipeline of projects, they are looking for an experienced qualified to join their team and support estimating, procurement and contract administration activities.

Benefits

- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Exposure to a variety of interior construction and fit-out projects.
- Stable, full-time employment.
- Supportive team environment.
- Long-term career development opportunities.

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