CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

ROYAL PALACE BUILDING; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunity

Exposure to major projects

Professional development & training

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Royal Palace Building is seeking an experienced construction estimator to join our Victoria-based team and support the planning, costing and delivery of our projects. The role involves reviewing drawings, preparing cost estimates, BoQs and project budgets to ensure profitable delivery across commercial, residential and mixed-use developments.

You will work closely with Construction Managers, Architects and subcontractors, contribute to value engineering, and help drive efficient project outcomes

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Construction Estimator or related role.
• Experience preparing cost estimates and project budgets.
• Ability to interpret specifications and take-offs.
• Experience with BoQs and Bills of Quantities.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of construction materials and costing principles.
• Proficient in Excel and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, plans, specs, contracts and codes.
• Calculate project costs including labour, materials, plant and overhead.
• Prepare BoQs and quantity take-offs.
• Identify risks, opportunities and cost-saving ideas.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers for quotes.
• Assist in project planning and scheduling.
• Conduct site inspections and assess requirements.
• Maintain project documentation and cost modelling.
• Support handovers to delivery teams.

Skills

Cost estimation

Bill of Quantities

Project budgeting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Time management

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Royal Palace Building is a Victorian-based construction company delivering commercial, Residential, and mixed-use developments across metropolitan and regional Victoria.

Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, we are seeking an experienced construction estimator to join our company team and play a key role in the successful planning, costing and delivery of our construction projects.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with Construction Managers, Architects, Engineers, Surveyors, subcontractors and suppliers while contributing to high-value commercial projects throughout Victoria.

The Role

Reporting directly to the construction manager, the construction estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, project budgets and construction cost analyses from concept through to contract award.

The successful candidate will assist with project planning, technical assessment and commercial evaluation to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.

Key responsibilities

• Review and interpret architectural drawings, engineering plans, specifications, contracts, regulations and building codes.
• Calculate project costs including labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, equipment and overhead expenses.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BoQs), quantity take-offs and project cost breakdowns.
• Analyse documentation and identify project risks, opportunities and cost-saving initiatives.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain quotations and validate pricing.
• Assist Construction Manager, Architects and Surveyors in project planning and organisation.
• Coordinate works programs and assist with estimating project timeframes and resource requirements.
• Conduct site inspections and assess project requirements, construction methodologies and compliance obligations.
• Review work and materials to ensure compliance with specifications, regulations, standards and project requirements.
• Prepare, revise and maintain project documentation, drawings, specifications, schedules and reports.
• Perform routine computations, data analysis and cost modelling to support project planning and commercial decisions.
• Contribute to value engineering initiatives and continuous improvement of estimating systems and procedures.
• Support project handovers to delivery teams.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years' relevant experience as a Construction Estimator or in a closely related role.
• Demonstrated experience preparing detailed cost estimates and project budgets.
• Ability to interpret specifications.
• Experience preparing quantity take-offs and Bills of Quantities.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of construction materials, methodologies and project costing principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using estimating software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting strict deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage effectively with suppliers, subcontractors, consultants and project teams.

What We Offer

Competitive salary package of $80,000 – $95,000 plus Superannuation

• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Exposure to major projects
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunity to work with an established and growing Victorian construction company