Construction EstimatorAdmin

Job Title: Construction Estimator/Admin

Location: Remote (Philippines) Supporting Australian Operations

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Construction Estimator/Admin to join our team and support Australian construction building and shopfitting clients. This is a permanent remote role ideal for an experienced estimating professional with strong expertise in reading construction plans and drawings M2-rate estimating and construction programming.

In this role you will be responsible for producing accurate cost estimates building out construction programs and coordinating projects end-to-end communicating directly with clients project managers trades site managers and landlords/incumbent contractors to keep estimates and on-site execution aligned. This position is well suited for someone analytical organized and confident managing multiple jobs simultaneously while maintaining exceptional accuracy under industry pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction plans/drawings to produce accurate cost estimates

• Estimate project costs using M2 rates when provided

• Draw up construction programs including trade on-site dates pre-start/commencement dates and handover schedules

• Coordinate and run projects communicating directly with clients to confirm scope and ensure estimates reflect accurate project detail

• Liaise with project managers trades site managers landlords and incumbent contractors throughout the estimating and project lifecycle

• Drive pre-start requirements including site inductions

• Manage multiple jobs and estimates concurrently prioritizing effectively under deadline pressure

• Maintain accurate estimating and administrative records across Excel and accounting systems

• Track project timelines against construction programs and flag scheduling risks proactively

• Prepare and update cost breakdowns and estimate documentation for internal and client review

• Support internal staff with accurate estimation data to inform project decisions

• Respond promptly to client and trade queries related to estimates and project scheduling

• Identify and escalate discrepancies between plans/drawings and on-site requirements

• Maintain organized audit-ready records of estimates correspondence and program revisions

• Contribute to process improvements in estimating and project-coordination workflows

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Quantity Surveying Engineering or a related field (or equivalent industry experience)

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Estimator/Admin (or similar) within an Australian construction building or shopfitting firm

• Strong expertise reading and interpreting construction plans/drawings

• Demonstrated ability to estimate using M2 rates when provided

• Experience drawing up construction programs (trade dates pre-start commencement handover)

• Proven ability to run and coordinate projects including direct client communication

• Strong Microsoft Office skills particularly Excel plus familiarity with accounting/business systems

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

• Ability to work independently manage competing priorities and meet deadlines across multiple jobs

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills

Nice to Have

• Prior experience as a project coordinator or assistant PM in a construction setting

• Familiarity with construction estimating software

• Experience working on Australian shopfitting or commercial fit-out projects

Key Competencies

• High level of accuracy and technical competence

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously

• Proactive and results-oriented approach

• Commitment to continuous improvement

• Effective collaboration and communication in a remote work environment

What We Offer

• Permanent Work From Home setup

• Stable long-term full-time opportunity

• Competitive compensation package

• Guaranteed 13th-Month Pay

• Company-issued laptop and necessary work equipment

• Comprehensive HMO coverage including dental and life insurance

• 18 Paid Vacation Leaves and 6 Paid Sick Leaves annually

• Paid Birthday Leave plus a birthday cake celebration

• Tenure-based incentives and quarterly employee rewards

• Complimentary meal provided every first Friday of the month