Estimator – Contract Administrator
Posted 26 days ago
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About the Role
An organized and diligent Estimator and Contract Administrator is needed to facilitate client operations. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing construction projects by enhancing the efficiency of the estimating workflow and overseeing administrative tasks. This position offers you the chance to make a substantial contribution by managing your own workload, thereby enabling the Director to concentrate on strategic expansion and site-based activities. As a member of a remote workforce, you must be capable of working autonomously and maintaining high levels of accuracy. Your core function involves converting architectural designs into comprehensive cost projections and facilitating the construction process through rigorous coordination and documentation. This role is ideal for a professional who excels in dynamic settings and wishes to support residential development through precise planning and effective communication.
Requirements
- You should possess at least two years of professional experience in contract administration, estimating, or a relevant residential construction field, with a focus on custom homes, renovations, or extensions.
- Prior experience within the Australian construction sector is strongly preferred.
- You must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in written and spoken English, along with high numerical aptitude.
- Familiarity with industry-standard estimating tools like AdminPro or Buildxact is highly advantageous.
- You are required to be fully proficient in reading and interpreting technical specifications, architectural sketches, and detailed plans.
- You must have the ability to handle several projects at once, operate independently, and take initiative to address missing details or inconsistencies before they escalate into major problems.
Responsibilities
- You will generate comprehensive tenders, quotes, and estimates utilizing professional software, while conducting precise take-offs for labor, materials, and trades.
- You will evaluate construction specifications and architectural plans to formulate exact cost structures based on established pricing from suppliers and templates.
- You will ensure project estimates are revised as needed and maintain orderly digital records to keep all documentation up to date.
- You will support the Director with ongoing construction administration, which entails creating purchase orders, developing project records, and monitoring administrative tasks to guarantee compliance.
- You will actively seek out discrepancies, communicate with vendors to secure pricing, and manage project variations to ensure the effective completion and execution of projects.
Benefits & Perks
- This is a full-time, remote position that requires availability during standard Australian business hours.
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