Junior Builder Estimator – Insurance Repairs

Johns Lyng Group; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career progression

Employee benefits & partner discounts

Job summary

Johns Lyng Group is seeking an Estimator in Townsville, combining office-based estimating with regular site visits. You will assess damage, prepare detailed scopes of work, and deliver accurate cost estimates through insurer and client collaboration.

Travel throughout Townsville is expected as part of project delivery. This role supports our North Queensland team, offering variety, structured systems, and opportunities to build specialist insurance repair knowledge while applying your practical

Qualifications

• Qualified tradesperson with practical building knowledge
• Ability to assess damage and develop accurate scopes of work
• Experience with cost estimating and insurance repair knowledge

Responsibilities

• Attend sites to assess damage and deliver accurate, timely estimates aligned to scope, policy coverage, and client expectations
• Interpret consultant reports, photos, and documentation to develop clear, comprehensive scopes of work
• Proactively liaise with insurers, clients, and subcontractors to clarify requirements, resolve queries, and progress quotes within required timeframes
• Coordinate access to properties and ensure a smooth and efficient project setup
• Work closely with Supervisors to ensure budgets, timelines, and outcomes are achieved
• Identify and communicate variations early to ensure works remain aligned with scope, standards, and contractual requirements
• Ensure all estimates and documentation are completed with a high level of accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Consistently meet agreed turnaround times, service levels, and quality standards to support team and business performance

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Autonomy

Education

Trade qualification (carpentry/bricklaying/plastering or similar)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

Johns Lyng Group is seeking an Estimator in Townsville, combining office-based estimating with regular site visits. You will assess damage, prepare detailed scopes of work, and deliver accurate cost estimates through insurer and client collaboration.

Travel throughout Townsville is expected as part of project delivery. This role supports our North Queensland team, offering variety, structured systems, and opportunities to build specialist insurance repair knowledge while applying your practical