Estimating, project delivery experience in the construction industry

Quiet Please Acoustics; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Skill development

Exposure to projects

Growth opportunities

Be part of growing business

Job summary

Quiet Please Acoustics in Brisbane is seeking an adaptable estimator to blend estimating, project administration and construction administration. You will work with our estimating and project teams and directors to ensure projects are accurately priced, well organised and progressed efficiently.

The role offers exposure to a variety of commercial construction projects, opportunities to develop skills across estimating and project administration, and a supportive, growing business environment in

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and high organisation.
• Strong numerical skills and pricing ability.
• Ability to read construction drawings; experience preferred.
• Computer literacy and quick learner.
• Clear communication and ability to prioritise tasks.
• Proactive, reliable and team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of project quotations and estimates
• Reviewing architectural drawings, plans and specifications
• Measuring quantities and preparing take-offs
• Obtaining and comparing supplier pricing
• Preparing purchase orders and project documentation
• Assisting with project scheduling and coordination
• Liaising with builders, suppliers, installers and clients
• Following up material orders, deliveries and project requirements
• Maintaining accurate project records and documentation
• Assisting with variations, invoices and project cost tracking

Skills

Organised

Pricing

Numerical proficiency

Reading drawings

Computer literacy

Clear communication

Prioritisation

Proactive

Team player

Estimator experience preferred

Job description

Estimating, project delivery experience in the construction industry

This is a varied role that combines estimating, project administration and general construction administration. You will work closely with our estimating and project teams and directors to ensure projects are accurately priced, well organised and progressed efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of project quotations and estimates
• Reviewing architectural drawings, plans and specifications
• Measuring quantities and preparing take-offs
• Obtaining and comparing supplier pricing
• Preparing purchase orders and project documentation
• Assisting with project scheduling and coordination
• Liaising with builders, suppliers, installers and clients
• Following up material orders, deliveries and project requirements
• Maintaining accurate project records and documentation
• Assisting with variations, invoices and project cost tracking

About you

• Highly organised and has excellent attention to detail
• Confident working with numbers and pricing
• Able to read and understand construction drawings — experience is preferred
• Computer literate and comfortable learning new systems
• A clear and confident communicator
• Able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Proactive, reliable and willing to take ownership
• Comfortable working in a busy construction environment
• A team player with a positive attitude
• Previous experience in estimating, construction administration, quantity surveying or a similar construction-related role would be highly regarded

About us

Quiet Please Acoustics is a growing supplier and installer of interior acoustic solutions to the construction industry. We work closely with builders, contractors, architects and clients to deliver quality acoustic solutions from initial quotation through to project completion.

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• An opportunity to develop your skills across estimating and project administration
• Exposure to a wide variety of commercial construction projects
• A role with variety, responsibility and opportunity for growth
• The opportunity to become an important part of a growing business