Desktop Estimator — Insurance Building Repairs

Watermark Constructions; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Watermark Constructions is seeking a Desktop Estimator to join our Warana-based team on the Sunshine Coast. This office-based role focuses on turning claim information into clear repair scopes and accurate cost estimates, while aligning with insurer expectations.

Based at our Head Office, you’ll review documentation, prepare detailed scopes, and liaise with site teams and suppliers to finalise pricing. A strong construction background and regulatory awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of building construction, repair methods and costs.
• Excellent attention to detail and confidence preparing estimates and written reports.
• Ability to interpret repair information and recognise when further clarification is needed.
• Strong organization skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Clear, professional communication and a collaborative approach.
• Confident IT skills and a willingness to learn and use PRIME Ecosystem.
• A sound understanding of relevant construction, quality, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in insurance repair estimating or a similar desktop estimating role will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing claim information and supporting documentation to establish repair requirements.
• Preparing clear, detailed scopes of work and accurate repair cost estimates.
• Liaising with site teams, contractors and suppliers to clarify scope details and pricing.
• Identifying missing information and following up queries before estimates are finalized.
• Keeping claim records, daily tasks, reminders and queries up to date in PRIME Ecosystem.
• Working to insurer requirements, agreed turnaround times and business performance standards.
• Supporting quality, safety and compliance while looking for ways to improve estimating efficiency.

Skills

Building knowledge

Attention to detail

Written communication

IT skills

Collaborative approach

Tools

PRIME Ecosystem

Job description

Watermark Constructions is seeking a Desktop Estimator to join our Warana-based team on the Sunshine Coast. This office-based role focuses on turning claim information into clear repair scopes and accurate cost estimates, while aligning with insurer expectations.

Based at our Head Office, you’ll review documentation, prepare detailed scopes, and liaise with site teams and suppliers to finalise pricing. A strong construction background and regulatory awareness are essential.