Estimator/Supervisor | Rockhampton

Built Recruitment; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Built Recruitment in Rockhampton is seeking an experienced Estimator/Supervisor to join a well-established construction firm specialising in insurance repairs and strata work. You will assess property damage, estimate repair costs, and supervise trades to ensure timely, high-quality restorations.

Day-to-day duties include coordinating trades, liaising with insurers and clients, organising property access, monitoring progress, and ensuring compliance with OH&S and contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ supervising experience.
• Trade qualifications in building (carpentry preferred) or related field.
• QBCC Supervisors Licence (mandatory).
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Good knowledge of OHS legislation and industry regulations.
• Ability to provide accurate estimates independently.
• Familiarity with current market rates and trade practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducting building insurance assessments and preparing detailed reports.
• Supervising building reinstatement works.
• Engaging, coordinating, and managing trades throughout the restoration process.
• Monitoring job progress and resolving issues as they arise.
• Liaising with insurance companies and insured parties.
• Organising property access with insured clients.
• Managing disputes and delivering timely resolutions.
• Ensuring all works comply with OH&S requirements and contractual obligations.
• Coordinating inspections and sign-offs from building surveyors.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Insurance building

Building trades background

QBCC Supervisors Licence

Organisational skills

Time management

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Project management

Driver's license

Education

QBCC Supervisors Licence

Trade qualifications in building

Job description

Great new start. Varied, fast paced role - well supported by management. Excellent salary.

10th August, 2026

The Company

Join a well-established construction company specialising in insurance repairs and strata work. With long-standing partnerships with Australia’s leading insurance companies and loss assessors, this business continues to thrive and grow. Due to increasing demand, they are now seeking an experienced Estimator/Supervisor to join their high-performing team in Rockhampton.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a dual Estimator/Supervisor role where you’ll be responsible for assessing property damage, estimating repair costs, and supervising trades to ensure timely, high-quality restorations. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Conducting building insurance assessments and preparing detailed reports
• Supervising building reinstatement works
• Engaging, coordinating, and managing trades throughout the restoration process
• Monitoring job progress and resolving issues as they arise
• Liaising with insurance companies and insured parties
• Organising property access with insured clients
• Managing disputes and delivering timely resolutions
• Ensuring all works comply with OH&S requirements and contractual obligations
• Coordinating inspections and sign-offs from building surveyors

The Candidate

To be successful in this role, you’ll ideally bring:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a supervising role
• Previous experience in insurance building (highly desirable but not essential)
• Trade qualifications in building (carpentry preferred) or a related field
• QBCC Supervisors License or equivalent (mandatory)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Solid computer literacy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Good knowledge of OHS legislation and industry regulations
• Familiarity with current market rates and trade practices
• The ability to provide accurate estimates independently
• A current and valid driver’s license

The Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career growth opportunities within a reputable company