About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Residential Construction Estimator (Insurance & Restoration) to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a construction professional with a strong background in residential estimating who can accurately prepare cost estimates, quotations, and scopes of work while providing technical guidance to junior team members.

Working closely with the Pre-Construction, Project Management, and Senior Leadership teams, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are accurately costed, commercially viable, and aligned with company standards. In addition to producing high-quality estimates, you will support continuous improvement by mentoring junior estimators and contributing to process consistency across the estimating team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise, commercial awareness, and leadership within a collaborative environment.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM AEDT with 1 hour of unpaid lunch break l 40 paid hours per week l Melbourne Time

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Cost Planning

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, quotations, and detailed Scopes of Work for residential building and restoration projects.
• Interpret architectural plans, engineering drawings, site photographs, reports, and other project documentation to develop comprehensive costings.
• Assess labour, materials, subcontractor pricing, trade requirements, inclusions, exclusions, and contingencies to produce competitive and accurate estimates.
• Support the preparation and submission of tenders for residential, insurance, and small commercial projects.
• Participate in major loss estimating and quoting (training provided where required).

Project & Commercial Support

• Prepare quotations, job costings, and contract documentation.
• Assist with scope reviews and obtain competitive supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Maintain accurate project records, estimating documentation, and pricing databases.
• Provide administrative support throughout the pre-construction process to ensure smooth project delivery.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with the Pre-Construction, Project Management, and Senior Leadership teams to refine project scopes and maintain budget accuracy.
• Mentor and support junior estimators by reviewing estimates, providing coaching, and sharing industry best practices.
• Promote consistency, quality assurance, and continuous improvement across the estimating function.
• Provide technical guidance on company estimating procedures, methodologies, and standards.

Required Skills & Experience

Essential

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Residential Construction Estimator.
• Residential estimating experience is mandatory; candidates without residential estimating experience will not be considered.
• Demonstrated experience preparing detailed cost estimates and Scopes of Work for residential building projects.
• Strong ability to interpret residential architectural plans, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent knowledge of Australian building codes, residential construction methods, and industry pricing.
• Experience using estimating software and/or project management systems.
• Strong commercial awareness, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.

Preferred

• Experience in insurance repairs, restoration, or major loss estimating.
• Experience mentoring or leading junior estimators.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel.

Success in This Role

You will be successful if you consistently:

• Deliver accurate and commercially competitive estimates.
• Produce clear and comprehensive scopes of work.
• Support project profitability through effective cost planning.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a high-performing estimating team.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Maintain exceptional quality, accuracy, and consistency across all estimating activities.

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent Work from Home
• Immediate Hiring
• Health insurance coverage for eligible locations

Note

• Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.