Construction Estimator

Housing Industry Association Limited; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Unifold Holdings Pty Ltd in Loganholme, QLD, is seeking a Construction Estimator to join our team. You will prepare detailed cost estimates, review drawings and specs, and work with the sales team and clients to deliver accurate project outcomes.

Unifold has been operating for over 42 years, specialising in operable walls and door systems. You will measure quantities, prepare take-offs, gather pricing from suppliers, and update cost data while assessing risks and supporting project planning and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Practice, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• At least 1 year of construction estimator experience, preferably in architectural partition systems or operable walls.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for construction projects and tender proposals.
• Examine drawings, specs, and docs to determine scope and cost.
• Take-offs for labour, materials, equipment and subcontracted works.
• Gather supplier pricing and maintain cost data.
• Provide cost reports to support planning, budgeting and delivery.
• Collaborate with sales team, project managers, designers and installation teams.
• Assess risks and suggest cost-efficient materials or methods.
• Ensure estimates reflect applicable construction standards.
• Monitor project costs and track against bids.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Cost estimation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/ Construction Practice/ Quantity Surveying

Job description

# Construction EstimatorUnifold Holdings Pty LtdLoganholme QLD 4129·Full time$80k - $90kConstructionSurveyingKEY POINTS WE FOUND* Prepare detailed cost estimates for construction projects.* Collaborate with sales team and clients to ensure accurate project outcomes.* Maintain and update internal cost data and assess project risks.---**Description:**Unifold has been operating for over 42 years, specialising in operable walls and door systems within the construction industry. We focus on quality products, strong client relationships, and reliable service.**The Role:**We are seeking a Construction Estimator to join our team as part of the continued growth of our estimating team. The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates, supporting the sales team, and working closely with clients and internal staff to deliver accurate project outcomes.·Examining architectural drawings, technical specifications and project documentation to determine scope and cost estimation requirements.·Measuring quantities and preparing detailed material take-offs and cost calculations covering labour, materials, equipment and subcontracted works.·Preparing and submitting project quotations and tender proposals reflecting accurate project costs and company pricing strategies.·Collecting and evaluating pricing information from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive, realistic estimates.·Maintaining and updating internal cost data, including material prices, labour rates and installation costs.·Assessing project risks, technical constraints and construction requirements, and incorporating appropriate allowances into estimates.·Working closely with project managers, designers and installation teams to clarify requirements and support planning and scheduling.·Reviewing project specifications and building requirements to ensure estimates reflect applicable construction standards.·Providing estimating documentation and cost reports to support project planning, budgeting and delivery.·Contributing to cost-efficiency initiatives by identifying alternative materials, methods or design adjustments.**Requirements - capabilities and competencies:**·A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Practice, Quantity Surveying, or a related field, or higher qualification.·At least 1 year relevant work experience as a Construction Estimator, preferably within the architectural partition systems, doors and operable wall industry, or a similar construction or building-related sector.·Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills.·Ability to read and interpret drawings, building plans, building regulations and codes of practice·Conferring with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates·Calculating costs and estimating time scales·Analysing blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost materials and labour estimates·Assessing cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual cost relative to bids as project develops·Setting up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures·Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines