Residential Estimator

My Build Residential PTY LTD; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MyBuild Residential is looking for an experienced Residential Estimator to join our Cairns team and help customers turn ideas into reality. Based in our Cairns office, you’ll meet clients, review plans, prepare accurate estimates and guide them through options and costs.

You’ll work across new builds, renovations and investment homes, collaborating with project managers and suppliers to deliver precise budgets and clear scopes as the business grows.

Qualifications

• Residential estimating experience and a practical background in construction.
• Strong knowledge of residential building methods, materials and costs.
• Confidence reading architectural plans and specifications.
• Ability to obtain and compare supplier and subcontractor quotes.
• Attention to detail with strong numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet with customers to understand ideas, requirements and budgets.
• Prepare detailed estimates and quantity take-offs from plans and specs.
• Obtain and compare supplier and subcontractor quotes.
• Explain pricing, inclusions, exclusions and cost-saving options clearly.
• Assess renovation works on site and identify items needing clarification.
• Prepare variation costings and assist with contract documentation.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Construction Manager to hand over clear scopes, budgets and allowances.

Skills

Residential estimating

Construction knowledge

Reading plans

Budgeting & costing

Estimating software

Customer communication

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Enjoy meeting customers, talking through their ideas and working out how to bring a project together? We’d like to hear from you.

MyBuild Residential is a proudly locally owned and operated Cairns builder, and we’re growing. We’re looking for an experienced Residential Estimator who combines practical construction knowledge with a friendly, confident approach to customers.

You’ll work across new builds, custom homes, investment homes and renovation, helping customers understand their options and preparing accurate estimates that set each project up for success.

Variety in your work: estimate everything from new homes to renovations, each with its own challenges and opportunities.

Build customer relationships: meet the people behind the plans and help them make informed decisions.

Have a voice: contribute your experience and ideas as our residential business grows.

Work with a local team: collaborate closely with the people delivering the projects you price.

Room to grow: develop your role and take on more responsibility as the business expands.

What you’ll do

Based in our Cairns office, with customer meetings and regular site visits, you’ll:

Meet with customers to understand their ideas, requirements and budgets.

Prepare detailed estimates and quantity take-offs from plans and specifications.

Obtain and compare supplier and subcontractor quotes, making sure the scope is covered.

Explain pricing, inclusions, exclusions and practical cost-saving options clearly.

Assess renovation works on site and identify items that need further investigation or clarification.

Prepare variation costings, maintain current pricing records and assist with contract documentation.

Work closely with our Project Managers and Construction Manager to hand over clear scopes, budgets and allowances.

What you’ll bring

You’re someone who builds rapport easily, listens carefully and follows through. You’re comfortable discussing costs with customers and asking the right questions to understand what matters to them.

You’ll also need:

Residential estimating experience and a practical background in construction.

Strong knowledge of residential building methods, materials and costs.

Confidence reading architectural plans, engineering drawings and specifications.

Experience using estimating software.

Attention to detail, strong numerical skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.

Experience estimating renovations and knowledge of building conditions in Far North Queensland will be highly regarded.

If you enjoy construction, know your numbers and like helping people bring their plans to life, we’d love to hear from you.