Estimator

• Own the estimating process from drawings to tender
• Read and interpret architectural, structural and steel drawings and specifications
• Complete accurate quantity take-offs, especially for structural steel
• Build Bills of Quantities in Excel
• Prepare and issue tender packages to approved subcontractors and suppliers
• Track tender responses, follow up on pricing and compare quotes
• Prepare complete estimates for review and sign-off by the Australian team
• Keep estimating files, templates and records organised and up to date
• Support administrative and process-improvement tasks during quieter periods
• Collaborate with the Australian team on estimates

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar
• 3+ years of construction estimating or quantity surveying experience
• Proven experience completing takeoffs
• Confident reading construction drawings and specifications
• Advanced Excel skills for building BOQs and pricing schedules
• Excellent written and spoken English, with clear and timely communication
• Experience with Australian construction projects is nice to have
• Exposure to crane, rigging or heavy-lift projects is nice to have
• Experience with Buildsoft, Bluebeam or PlanSwift is nice to have
• Familiarity with Procore and Microsoft 365 is nice to have
• Experience on government or civil infrastructure projects is nice to have
• Must disclose existing ongoing roles or client work
• Must reflect the engagement on LinkedIn as “Independent Contractor”

• Long-term, full-time role with a stable, growing Australian business
• Direct collaboration with a close-knit Australian team
• Varied, hands-on project work across steel, cranes, rigging and building
• Room to grow and shape how the estimating function runs
• 100% remote work from home
• Flexible time management as an independent contractor, while aligning with AU business hours