Production Estimator (House & Land)
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Job Location:
South Yarra - Australia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Production Estimator plays a key role in ensuring that construction projects are costed accurately and delivered to site in a timely and efficient manner. This role is responsible for the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs) locked budgets supplier and contractor purchase orders. The Estimator must analyse project documentation supplier quotations engineering specifications permits and drawings to ensure accuracy and conformance with Oreana Homes construction methodology.
Key areas of responsibility:
- Prepare detailed Bill of Quantities (BOQs) and complete accurate construction takeoffs across residential House & Land projects in accordance with company methodology;
- Review and analyse contracts permits architectural drawings engineering plans and specifications to identify builder requirements errors or inconsistencies;
- Process Purchase Orders with detailed notes analyse supplier quotes for scope conformance and value for money and action Extra to Orders (ETOs) in a timely manner;
- Collaborate closely with construction personnel to ensure supplier and trade allocations align with project requirements and site methodologies;
- Implement self-checking measures cross-check peer takeoffs maintain estimating checklists and produce detailed clarification lists for project queries;
- Maintain pricing databases review monthly ETOs to identify improvement areas and implement effective cost control measures
Minimum requirements
- Tertiary qualification in Construction Management Quantity Surveying Building or Estimating (mandatory);
- 5 years of experience in construction estimating quantity surveying or procurement-related role;
- Proficient in estimating software and tools (e.g. CostX Cubit Planswift or similar takeoff platforms);
- Strong understanding of construction documentation including reading architectural and engineering drawings;
- Excellent attention to detail with proven ability to produce accurate BOQs and cost analysis;
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective stakeholder liaison;
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines;
- Familiarity with residential townhouse early learning or commercial construction projects is advantageous
To Apply
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Please note: Only candidates with relevant qualifications / experience within Australia will be contacted.
To learn more about Oreana please visit our website at
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Bluebeam
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- HeavyBid
- Math
- Sage
- Pricing
- Cost Control
- Restoration
- Roofing
- Microsoft Excel
- Auto Estimating
