Building Works Supervisor & Estimator

DFP Recruitment; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DFP Recruitment is seeking an experienced Building Works Supervisor & Estimator to support delivery of construction, maintenance and upgrade projects across a government property portfolio in Queensland.

The role combines estimating, contract administration, project supervision, tenancy inspections, and WHS leadership, with a focus on safety, quality and on-time, on-budget delivery for Government Employee Housing.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising construction, maintenance or building projects.
• Strong estimating, quotation and tender preparation skills.
• Sound knowledge of building industry practices, construction processes and contract management.
• Proven ability to coordinate contractors and project teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality quotations, estimates and tender documentation in accordance with industry best practice, client requirements and departmental standards.
• Supervise the delivery of construction, maintenance and refurbishment projects undertaken.
• Coordinate and support office staff, field personnel and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Undertake property inspections, tenancy management activities and maintenance assessments on behalf of Government Employee Housing.
• Monitor project quality, compliance and contractual obligations.
• Promote and maintain a strong workplace health and safety culture across all projects and work sites.
• Conduct WHS audits, inspections and plant and equipment checks.
• Ensure appropriate risk assessments and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) are in place for all works.
• Work collaboratively with Regional WHS Advisors and WHS Manager to ensure compliance with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, identifying opportunities to expand services and support business growth.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

WHS compliance

Education

Trade qualification or construction qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our government client is seeking an experienced Building Works Supervisor & Estimator to support the delivery of construction, maintenance and upgrade projects across a diverse government property portfolio.

This challenging and rewarding role combines estimating, contract administration, project supervision, tenancy inspections, workplace health and safety leadership, and client relationship management. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard while supporting the provision of Government Employee Housing services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality quotations, estimates and tender documentation in accordance with industry best practice, client requirements and departmental standards.
• Supervise the delivery of construction, maintenance and refurbishment projects undertaken.
• Coordinate and support office staff, field personnel and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Undertake property inspections, tenancy management activities and maintenance assessments on behalf of Government Employee Housing.
• Monitor project quality, compliance and contractual obligations.
• Promote and maintain a strong workplace health and safety culture across all projects and work sites.
• Conduct WHS audits, inspections and plant and equipment checks.
• Ensure appropriate risk assessments and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) are in place for all works.
• Work collaboratively with Regional WHS Advisors and WHS Manager to ensure compliance with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, identifying opportunities to expand services and support business growth.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience supervising construction, maintenance or building projects.
• Strong estimating, quotation and tender preparation skills.
• Sound knowledge of building industry practices, construction processes and contract management.
• Proven ability to coordinate contractors and project teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Workplace Health and Safety General Safety Induction Card (White Card).

Highly Desirable

• Trade qualification or other construction industry-related qualification.
• Experience within government, social housing, facilities maintenance or building services environments.
• Knowledge of Queensland construction, WHS and compliance requirements.

Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.

DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process.

If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise [e-mail]1300 337 000and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.