05 Nov
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Remedial Building Services Australia
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Brisbane
05 Nov
Remedial Building Services Australia
Brisbane
Remedial is seeking an experienced and motivated Estimator / Contract Administrator to join our growing Southeast Queensland team in the New Year. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing and delivering high-quality remedial construction and asset preservation projects across a diverse portfolio of clients and industries. Working closely with operational teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients, you will be responsible for preparing competitive and commercially sound tenders while supporting key pre-contract and contract administration activities that contribute to the successful delivery of projects.
Key Responsibilities
Estimating & Pre-Construction
• Compile and prepare tenders, ensuring all project requirements and scope elements are accurately captured, costed, and communicated within tender submissions.
• Coordinate the estimating process with internal and external stakeholders, including site teams, engineering and design consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and project management personnel.
• Conduct site inspections and pre-tender assessments to evaluate project scope, access constraints, construction methodologies, and project risks.
• Travel as required to project sites throughout South East Queensland, ranging from the Gold Coast to Hervey Bay.
• Liaise with client representatives, consultants, engineers, and key stakeholders during the tender and pre-construction phases to ensure project requirements are clearly understood and incorporated into submissions.
• Identify, assess, and communicate commercial, contractual, and delivery risks associated with tender submissions.
• Review tender documentation and allocate appropriate trade packages for pricing.
• Prepare accurate building quantities in accordance with industry best practice.
• Understand market conditions, cost escalation mechanisms, and supply chain risks and incorporate these into pricing strategies.
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier pricing requests, ensuring quotations are complete, compliant, and commercially competitive.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating systems, processes, and cost databases.
Contract Administration
• Assist with contract reviews, identifying key commercial obligations, exclusions, qualifications, and project risks prior to project award.
• Prepare and maintain tender documentation, correspondence, submission schedules, and associated commercial records.
• Assist in the preparation of subcontract packages, scope comparisons, procurement recommendations, and subcontractor engagement.
• Support the successful handover of awarded projects to the nominated Project Manager and site team, ensuring all tender, pricing, scope, and contractual documentation is transferred accurately.
• Maintain estimating databases, supplier and subcontractor registers, and project cost histories.
• Assist Project Managers with the preparation, pricing, and assessment of variations.
• Support the preparation of progress claims, cost reports, forecasts, and contractual correspondence as required.
• Monitor project budgets and assist in tracking project performance against approved cost plans.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Qualifications & ExperienceTo be successful in this role, you will possess:
• A Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience in estimating, contract administration, quantity surveying, or commercial roles within the construction, remedial, civil, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of current construction methodologies and industry practices.
• High-level computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam.
• Sound knowledge of construction contracts and their commercial implications.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build effective relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders and project priorities simultaneously.
• Current unrestricted driver's licence. Why Join Remedial?At Remedial, we pride ourselves on delivering technically challenging projects while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.
We offer
• A secure, long-term career with an established and growing building contractor.
• Exposure to a diverse range of remedial, structural strengthening, façade, waterproofing, concrete repair, and asset preservation projects.
• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for career progression into Pre-Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or Operations roles.
• A collaborative and experienced leadership team committed to your professional development and success.
• Genuine input into project strategy, pricing, procurement, and business growth initiatives.
• The opportunity to work on projects throughout South East Queensland, providing variety and exposure to unique construction challenges.
• Direct engagement with clients, consultants, and industry stakeholders, allowing you to build strong qualified relationships and expand your industry network.
• A positive team culture that values safety, accountability, innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities. If you are looking to join a business where your expertise is valued, your contribution has a direct impact on project success, and you can play a hands-on role in both winning and delivering projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the Remedial team. NOTE: No overseas applicants requiring sponsorship. No recruitment agencies, please.
📌 Estimator / Contract Administrator (Brisbane)
🏢 Remedial Building Services Australia
📍 Brisbane