Residential Building Construction Estimator (NSW)

Residential Building Construction Estimator (NSW) - Remote

Fulltime role | WFH | Minimum 5 Years Australian Experience – ESSENTIAL

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Residential Construction Estimator with a minimum of 5 years hands-on Australian residential building experience , including strong exposure to NSW projects .

This role requires deep knowledge of Australian construction methods, local trade pricing, NCC compliance, and NSW residential contract structures. Candidates without proven Australian estimating experience will not be considered.

Mandatory Requirement

Minimum 5 years Australian residential construction estimating experience (ESSENTIAL)

Strong experience on NSW residential projects (houses, duplexes, townhouses)

Applications without Australian experience will not be reviewed.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Take-Offs

Complete detailed material take-offs from architectural and engineering drawings

Prepare accurate BOQs and trade package breakdowns

Price single dwellings, duplexes, multi-dwelling developments

Interpret structural, civil, hydraulic, and services documentation

Tender & Quoting

Prepare fixed-price and cost-plus estimates

Source and compare subcontractor quotes

Conduct scope comparisons and trade analysis

Assist in tender submissions and cost proposals

NSW Compliance Knowledge

Strong working knowledge of

NCC (National Construction Code)

BASIX requirements

NSW Home Building Contracts

Local council approval processes (CDC & DA pathways)

Residential building warranty requirements

Cost Control & Variations

Review and price variations

Support project managers with budget tracking

Maintain supplier and subcontractor pricing databases

Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering

Required Skills & Software

Minimum 5 years AU residential estimating experience (ESSENTIAL)

NSW residential project experience

Proficiency in estimating software (Buildsoft, Cubit, CostX or similar)

Strong Excel capability

Ability to interpret detailed construction drawings

Strong knowledge of AU trade pricing structures

Preferred (Not Essential)

Quantity Surveying background

Experience with medium-density residential projects

Builder-side estimating experience

Exposure to developer feasibility analysis

KPIs

Estimate accuracy within agreed margin tolerance

Tender win rate

Turnaround time on estimates

Variation margin control

Cost database accuracy

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