Estimator

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. Review site photos, videos, drawings, specifications, and tender documents and prepare accurate cost estimates from initial pricing through final submission .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • PhilippinesMid-LevelSenior💰 A$1,800 - A$2,200 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction estimating with a strong understanding of Australian construction trades and tendering processes. Proficient in performing quantity take-offs and managing subcontractor negotiations to ensure competitive pricing and risk assessment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction EstimatingQuantity Take-OffsTendering ProcessesSubcontractor NegotiationMicrosoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimationTender BreakdownArchitectural Drawing InterpretationProject Specification AnalysisRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Bluebeam RevuEstimateOneSimPROProcore

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Construction ManagementDegree in Quantity SurveyingDegree in Civil Engineering

Industry Keywords

Australian Commercial SectorGovernment Building SectorFit-Out PricingRefurbishmentsInfrastructure Upgrades

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review site photos, videos, drawings, specifications, and tender documents and prepare accurate cost estimates from initial pricing through final submission
Break down tender requirements into trade packages including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, tiling, mechanical, and fire services
Coordinate with subcontractors to obtain, manage, and follow up on quotations
Evaluate subcontractor quotes based on cost, scope coverage, exclusions, delivery capability, and value for money
Read and interpret architectural drawings, engineering documentation, and project specifications
Perform quantity take-offs using tools such as Bluebeam Revu
Prepare detailed cost breakdowns by trade and project element
Identify commercial, scope, and delivery risks and escalate concerns
Support subcontractor negotiations to align pricing with project requirements and commercial targets
Maintain tender activity records, pricing files, subcontractor correspondence, and submissions in internal systems
Provide estimating support for minor works, project budgets, and ad hoc pricing requests
Collaborate with Australian delivery and estimating teams throughout the tender lifecycle
Support accurate and commercially competitive tenders for building improvement and refurbishment projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Philippines-based candidate
Minimum 5 years of experience in construction estimating, ideally within the Australian commercial or government building sector
Proven experience pricing fit-outs, make-good works, refurbishments, and infrastructure upgrades
Direct experience working with Australian-based construction companies, clients, or subcontractors
Demonstrated experience obtaining, reviewing, and levelling subcontractor quotes
Strong understanding of Australian construction trades and tendering processes
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, engineering plans, and project specifications
Hands-on experience performing quantity take-offs
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating platforms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple live tenders and meet deadlines
Experience using Bluebeam Revu, EstimateOne, SimPRO, and Procore (nice to have)
Previous exposure to healthcare, education, and public infrastructure projects (nice to have)
Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline (nice to have)
Background in subcontractor negotiation and risk assessment during tender stages (nice to have)
Must disclose existing ongoing roles or client work
Must reflect this engagement on LinkedIn profile

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% remote work from home
Engagement via an Employer of Record (EOR) service
Direct engagement by the client as an independent contractor
Work schedule of 9 AM–5 PM, Monday to Friday (AU Time)