We re seeking an experienced and skilled Construction Estimator to join my clients hard-working team based in Toowoomba. This is a full-time, permanent position. In this role you ll find yourself immersed in a supportive and collaborative work environment. The opportunities are diverse, providing you with exposure to a variety of commercial, industrial and residential projects with learning opportunities along the way.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead the preparation and submission of tenders, working in consultation with the team s Project Manager and Design Managers
- Estimate project quantities and costs in the preparation of major tenders on a timely and cost-effective basis
- Develop scopes of works for subcontractors and complete detailed trade price reviews
- Monitor current competitive prices, new techniques, and cost trends
- Respond to post-tender clarifications
- Supervise and develop support team members, such as junior estimators, cadets, submission manager and pre-construction manager
- Provide technical inputs at a project level to assist project teams in submission and assessment of variations
- Supply project teams with clear, concise documentation and BOQs at contract commencement; assist in allocating the Bill of Quantities for costing purposes
- Assist project teams in the financial administration of contractors
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Relevant Construction Qualifications
- Experience in a similar role, or extensive long-term trade experience
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong knowledge of market conditions, construction techniques, and industry standards
- Experience with Cost X and Microsoft suite highly regarded.
The Toowoomba team delivers a diverse portfolio of Construction projects across Residential, Commercial, Mixed use, retail and Government contracts.
Additional information
- Be part of a cooperative team.
- Look to build your career.
- Receive above industry standard remuneration