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Estimator – Contract Administrator
Pear Tree.. Prepare detailed estimates, quotes and tenders using Buildxact or similar estimating software .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates strong estimating and tender preparation skills, with practical experience in Buildxact and a solid understanding of material and labor costing in residential construction. Capable of managing multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and effective communication.
Highest-signal resume keywords
EstimatingTender PreparationBuildxactMaterial CostingContract Administration
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Hard Skills
EstimatingTake-OffTender PreparationMaterial CostingLabor CostingArchitectural Plan InterpretationSupplier PricingProject DocumentationChange ManagementQuoting
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProactive CommunicationIndependenceProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
BuildxactAdminProEstimating Software
Industry Keywords
Residential ConstructionCustom HomesRenovationsExtensionsConstruction AdministrationProject LifecycleSupplier CoordinationTrade Take-OffsConstruction SpecificationsAustralian Construction Projects
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Prepare detailed estimates, quotes and tenders using Buildxact or similar estimating software
- Complete material, labour and trade take-offs
- Review architectural plans, sketches, specifications and scopes of work
- Build accurate project costings using existing templates, supplier pricing and historical information
- Update estimates following changes to plans, selections or project scope
- Assist with maintaining pricing databases, estimating templates and supplier information
- Identify missing information, inconsistencies or potential cost issues before quotes are finalized
- Support the Director with day-to-day construction administration
- Prepare and maintain project documentation and records
- Assist with purchase orders and ordering materials for active projects
- Coordinate supplier information, pricing and documentation
- Track project requirements and ensure administrative items are followed through
- Maintain organized digital project files and documentation
- Assist with variations and changes throughout the project lifecycle where required
- Progressively take ownership of the estimating and administration workload to increase quoting capacity and support the Director's focus on site operations, client relationships and strategic business growth
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum 2+ years' experience in estimating, contract administration or a similar residential construction role
- Strong experience across residential renovations, extensions and/or custom homes
- Previous experience supporting Australian construction projects is highly preferred
- Strong estimating, take-off and tender preparation skills
- Practical experience with Buildxact is highly desirable
- Experience with AdminPro or comparable construction/estimating platforms will also be considered
- Ability to confidently interpret architectural plans, sketches and construction specifications
- Experience obtaining and working with supplier and subcontractor pricing
- Strong understanding of material and labor costing
- Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Strong written and verbal English communication
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Comfortable working independently
- Proactive about chasing missing information
- Confident raising questions before they become problems
- Able to manage multiple quotes and projects simultaneously
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving building environment
- Accountable for deadlines and the accuracy of your work
- Able to communicate clearly when priorities conflict or additional information is required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Full-time remote work
- AU business hours