Estimating Cadet

Clarendon Homes; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Gym discounts

Retail discounts

Home build discounts

CPG Academy

Job summary

Clarendon Homes, part of Campbell Property Group (CPG), is seeking an Estimating Cadet for its Norwest team. You will join a structured learning program to build estimating knowledge for residential housing projects and engage with site teams to gain practical insights.

You’ll develop skills in creating BOQs, reviewing tender docs, and updating estimating logs while supporting procurement and preconstruction efforts. A collaborative environment supports growth and learning.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and proactive
• Strong communication and collaboration across departments
• Willingness to learn and develop in estimating

Responsibilities

• Own your development within the Estimating team and contribute to day-to-day operations
• Build respectful, collaborative relationships across the business
• Assist with basic production estimating tasks and create BOQs
• Check tender docs, drawings and colour schedules for accuracy
• Support estimation workflows and procurement activities
• Provide admin support to the Estimating Department

Skills

Honest

Active Listening

Education

Year 10

Tertiary qualification (e.g. Building Studies)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Honest
• Active Listening

Campbell Property Group (CPG), one of Australia’s leading residential construction and property development companies, is seeking an Estimating Cadet for our Clarendon Homes team in Norwest.

The Estimating Cadet supports the Estimating Department in Clarendon Homes actively engaging in a structured learning program designed to build your knowledge, skills, and capabilities essential to succeed in the residential housing and construction industry. You will take ownership of your development, learn the functions of various estimating roles, and contribute productively to day-to-day operations. A key focus of the role is on building respectful and collaborative relationships across all levels of the business to foster learning, gain insight, and drive effective outcomes throughout the program.

What You’ll Do

You will take ownership of your development, learn the functions of various estimating roles, and contribute productively to day-to-day operations. A key focus of the role is on building respectful and collaborative relationships across all levels of the business to foster learning, gain insight, and drive effective outcomes throughout the program.

On a Daily Basis, You Will

• Demonstrate a mindset of continuous improvement - learning from others, contributing ideas, and striving to be an industry leader
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company projects, clients, systems, policies, and procedures through active engagement and relationship-building
• Stay informed of industry legislation and regulatory changes relevant to the business
• Actively engage in on-the-job training and apply learning to real-time tasks
• Participate in site visits with Building Supervisors to gain practical field knowledge
• Observe and understand how Managers implement and monitor key estimating workflows and procedures
• Assist with basic production estimating tasks, including generating calculation sheets
• Create BOQs, incorporating client variations from tenders
• Check tender documentation, contract drawings, and colour selection schedules for accuracy and consistency
• Calculate preliminary profit margins and check subcontractor claims related to variations
• Support timely preparation of production estimates by updating estimating logs and workflows
• Collaborate effectively to troubleshoot and resolve preconstruction and on-site issues, supporting the Site Manager and Customer Service Consultants (CSCs) in addressing customer queries and communicating with external contractors/vendors where required
• Answer all incoming calls promptly and direct to the appropriate person
• Take messages (name, time of call, nature of business, and person called upon) and direct to the appropriate person
• Organise and coordinate any requirements of Estimating and Procurement team
• Provide administrative assistance to Estimating Department (e.g. handling correspondence, inputting data, typing, filing, photocopying, faxing, mail outs)
• Provide administrative assistance with procurement tenders and analysis administrative support
• Enter Estimator’s worksheets onto system

About You

This position requires a detail-oriented and proactive individual with excellent communication skills, a strong commitment to compliance, and the ability to collaborate across departments to ensure the successful execution of tasks.

You Will Also Have

• Intention to work in Estimating High grades in mathematics.
• Minimum Secondary School Certificate – Year 10
• A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Building Studies) or near completion
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel and Outlook)
• An understanding of invoice checking and general calculations on excel
• Takes responsibility for professional development
• Attention to detail
• Problem solver
• Decisive
• Strong communicator
• Numerate
• Honest
• Self-starter
• Friendly and approachable manner
• Active Listening
• Willingness to Learn
• Solid Attention to detail
• Problem solving ability

What's On Offer

When you join Campbell Property Group, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive salary + flexible working options
• Health and wellbeing perks – gym discounts, health insurance, annual nutrition & fitness check-ins
• Retail discounts across travel, groceries, and lifestyle
• Savings on home builds, trades, suppliers, and utilities
• Ongoing learning and development through the CPG Academy
• Generous leave – including parental, volunteer, and community service leave
• Wellbeing support for you and your family (EAP, financial coaching, health programs)

About Us

At Campbell Property Group (CPG), we’re passionate about creating better lifestyles for Australians through quality homes, communities, and services.

Our Businesses Include

• Clarendon Homes – award-winning, innovative homes across QLD and NSW
• Domaine Homes – affordable, stylish homes designed for modern families
• CPG Estates – developing vibrant, sustainable communities
• Loan Market Elevate – expert financial solutions to support our customers’ property journeys

With over 40 years in the home building industry, we’ve built a reputation for quality, integrity, and customer care.

At Campbell Property Group (CPG), everyone has a home. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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