Part-Time Roofing Estimator: Enquiries to Quotes

Australia Wide Roofing; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 101,000; Part time

Job summary

Australia Wide Roofing is seeking an experienced estimator to manage our quoting workload for commercial metal roofing projects. The role involves taking enquiries through to complete quotes, liaising with builders, suppliers, and subcontractors, and ensuring timely submissions.

Based in the Newcastle–Maitland region, this office-based position requires strong Excel and estimating software skills, a practical roofing background, and attention to detail to deliver accurate and competitive bids.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial metal roofing or cladding estimating.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs and construction requirements.
• Practical understanding of roofing materials and installation costs.
• Confident telephone communicator and proactive in follow-ups.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple quotes.
• Ability to work independently and deliver estimates for review.
• Experience with Excel and estimating software (Cubit preferred).
• A roofing trade background is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Manage quotes from enquiry through submission and follow-up.
• Communicate with builders, suppliers and subcontractors to confirm requirements and obtain pricing.
• Review drawings, specs and construction details to identify full scope and discrepancies.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and estimates for materials, labour, equipment and access.
• Assess installation requirements and flag risks or assumptions for the quote.
• Prepare quotations and tender submissions with inclusions, exclusions and qualifications.
• Maintain quoting register, track deadlines and inform team of progress.
• Follow up quotes, obtain feedback and assist with pricing revisions.
• Attend site inspections and hand over successful tenders to the project team.

Skills

Roofing estimating

Drawings interpretation

Construction requirements

Phone communication

Organization

Independence

Excel

Cubit

Tools

Cubit

Cubit Estimating Software

Excel

Job description

Australia Wide Roofing is seeking an experienced estimator to manage our quoting workload for commercial metal roofing projects. The role involves taking enquiries through to complete quotes, liaising with builders, suppliers, and subcontractors, and ensuring timely submissions.

Based in the Newcastle–Maitland region, this office-based position requires strong Excel and estimating software skills, a practical roofing background, and attention to detail to deliver accurate and competitive bids.