Construction Cost Estimator

24 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeEstimator Full time $103,000 - $127,000
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled estimator to join our team. The successful candidate will have experience in construction cost estimating and a strong understanding of specifications, drawings, materials, and methods.

The role involves leading small to medium estimates or components of large estimates, conducting detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications, and ensuring the completion of full quantity take-offs of all labor, equipment, and materials from project documents.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree or diploma in a related discipline or trade experience, with 4 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating, and 6 months of on-site experience preferred.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead small to medium estimates or components of large estimates and review all associated bid documents.
  • Conduct detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine and validate overall project requirements.
  • Ensure the completion of full quantity take-offs of all labor, equipment, and materials from project documents.
  • Support the estimate lead by populating tender forms, generating requests for information, anticipating proposal requirements, and assisting to establish a pursuit schedule.
  • Recognize risks related to project specific requirements, site, schedule, and market conditions/constraints.
  • Assist with bid document control by documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team.
  • Perform bid-day assignments and support other estimators to successfully close various scopes.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in a related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.
  • 4 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating, and 6 months of on-site experience preferred.
  • General construction knowledge; understands specifications, drawings, materials, and methods and procedures.
  • Intermediate knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation; including quantity takeoff procedures and systems, subtrade partner procurement, pricing, interdepartmental functions, general expense philosophy, and bid-closing procedures.
  • Understanding of compensation models, market conditions, business trends, internal historical information, and competitors.
  • Familiar with different delivery methods: hard bid, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), unit price, design-build, target prices, and cost reimbursable.
About Us

We are a community of builders committed to creating better communities. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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