Senior Estimator & Contracts Administrator - Residential

IDB Developments Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IDB Developments Pty Ltd, a Melbourne-based high-end residential builder, is seeking an experienced Estimator & Contracts Administrator to join the team. You will manage estimating and contract administration from tender through to completion, reading drawings and coordinating with Project Managers, Site Managers, trades and clients.

The role requires minimum 5 years in estimating or contract administration, strong Melbourne market knowledge, and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in estimating and/or contract administration within the building industry.
• Minimum 5 years' experience working for a high-end residential or bespoke residential builder.
• Strong knowledge of the Melbourne residential construction market.
• Strong understanding of residential construction methodologies and sequencing.
• Excellent ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor scopes and trade pricing.
• Experience preparing detailed construction estimates and tenders.
• Experience managing variations and subcontractor claims.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and contract administration.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural, structural, engineering and consultant documentation.
• Prepare detailed and accurate construction estimates for high-end residential projects.
• Complete quantity take-offs and prepare detailed scopes of work.
• Obtain, assess and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Prepare trade packages and tender enquiries.
• Analyse subcontractor quotations and identify inclusions, exclusions and qualifications.
• Identify gaps, discrepancies, omissions and potential construction risks within documentation.
• Develop accurate project budgets and cost plans.
• Prepare detailed tender submissions and pricing schedules.
• Maintain and develop subcontractor and supplier relationships.
• Prepare and administer construction contracts and subcontract agreements.
• Assist with contract negotiations and project procurement.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders and work orders.
• Manage variations, including pricing, documentation, approval and cost tracking.
• Monitor project costs against approved budgets.
• Maintain accurate project cost reports and forecasting.
• Process and assess subcontractor claims.
• Assist with progress claims and client billing.
• Monitor commitments, invoices and variations.
• Maintain project documentation and contract registers.
• Bring an established network of reliable and quality subcontractors where appropriate.

Skills

Estimating

Contract administration

Reading drawings

Subcontractor pricing

Budgeting

Job description

IDB Developments Pty Ltd, a Melbourne-based high-end residential builder, is seeking an experienced Estimator & Contracts Administrator to join the team. You will manage estimating and contract administration from tender through to completion, reading drawings and coordinating with Project Managers, Site Managers, trades and clients.

The role requires minimum 5 years in estimating or contract administration, strong Melbourne market knowledge, and meticulous attention to detail.