Contracts Administrator/ Estimator

seek.com.au; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Murphy Constructions Australia Group Pty Ltd is seeking a Contracts Administrator / Estimator to support our commercial concreting division on Brisbane Northside and Sunshine Coast projects. You will read drawings, perform quantity take-offs, prepare BOQs, develop rate build-ups, create tender submissions, and liaise with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

The role requires 3+ years estimating or related experience, a construction qualification, and proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Construction or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years working as an Estimator or similar role is preferred.
• Experience in estimating concrete structures is essential.
• Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office & Excel.
• Experience using estimating software is critical.
• Experience and ability in reading all types of construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and engineering plans.
• Complete quantity take-offs for items such as excavation, formwork, steel reinforcement, concrete supply & pumping.
• Preparation of BOQs.
• Ability to create rate build ups for respective line items within the BOQ.
• Create tender submissions and project specific letter-of-offer.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers & project team.
• Review head contractors' scope of works and submit allowance of estimates.
• Obtaining supply pricing and negotiating market rates.
• Preparing costing options for tender interviews and negotiating with head contractors.

Skills

Take-offs

Drawings

Communication

Time management

MS Office

Estimating software

Education

Construction degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Murphy Constructions Australia Group Pty Ltd

We are looking for a Contracts Administrator / Estimator to hit the ground running for our commercial concreting business.

We cover commercial / civil infrastructure projects in the Brisbane Northside / Sunshine Coast region.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or diploma in Construction or related field preferred
• Minimum 3+ years working as an Estimator or similar role is preferred
• Experience in estimating concrete structures is essential
• Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Proficient in MS Office & Excel
• Experience using estimating software is critical
• Experience and ability in reading all types of construction drawings

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret construction drawings and engineering plans;
• Complete quantity take-offs for items such as excavation, formwork, steel reinforcement, concrete supply & pumping;
• Preparation of BOQs'
• Ability to create rate build ups for respective line items within the BOQ;
• Create tender submissions and project specific letter-of-offer;
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers & project team;
• Review head contractors' scope of works and submit allowance of estimates;
• Obtaining supply pricing and negotiating market rates;
• Preparing costing options for tender interviews and negotiating with head contractors.

Salary package will depend on the candidate’s experience. Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered.