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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