Australian Construction QS – Estimating & Costing

Australian Outsource Desk Inc.; Pampanga; On-site; PHP 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO

Paid vacation leave

Sick leave

Government-mandated benefits

Job summary

Australian Outsource Desk Inc. in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team and work closely with an Australian-based construction and development team.

This role is ideal for a Quantity Surveyor who already understands the Australian construction industry and has hands-on experience with quantity take-offs, estimating, cost planning, construction scheduling, and project documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, Cost Estimator, or similar role.
• Hands-on experience with Australian builders, contractors, developers, or construction companies preferred.
• Strong experience in quantity take-offs, estimating, BOQ preparation, cost planning, and/or construction scheduling.
• Good understanding of Australian construction practices, standards, processes, and documentation.
• Able to read and interpret Australian construction drawings, plans, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Experience with residential construction or property development projects.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurements and cost calculations.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, able to work with Australian-based team.
• Capable of managing deadlines and working independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs, measurements, and cost estimates from drawings and specs.
• Assist with BOQs, pricing, cost planning, and tender preparation.
• Review drawings, specifications, and scopes of work for quantities and materials.
• Assist with construction scheduling and project timelines.
• Prepare and maintain project estimates, schedules, reports, and other docs.
• Coordinate with the Australian project team regarding costing, timelines, and documentation.
• Review subcontractor and supplier pricing when required.
• Monitor project costs and provide updates to the project team.
• Ensure estimates and documentation are completed accurately and on time.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

Estimating

Cost planning

Construction scheduling

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Australian Outsource Desk Inc. in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team and work closely with an Australian-based construction and development team.

This role is ideal for a Quantity Surveyor who already understands the Australian construction industry and has hands-on experience with quantity take-offs, estimating, cost planning, construction scheduling, and project documentation.