Construction Scheduler / Estimating Coordinator (Australian Client/Day Shift)

Brainbox; Angeles; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Paid time off

Referral incentives

Engagement programs

HMO on day 1

Work-life balance

Job summary

Brainbox is hiring a Construction Scheduler / Estimating Coordinator to support an Australian residential construction client. You will maintain project programmes, assist with take-offs and basic estimating, and help track costs.

The role requires 3+ years in scheduling or estimating, familiarity with Australian practices, strong Excel skills, and English proficiency. You will collaborate with client teams and Brainbox staff at our Angeles office.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in construction scheduling, estimating or construction coordination in Australian-based company.
• Australian residential construction experience.
• Background in scheduling, estimating, quantity surveying, drafting or construction coordination.
• Working knowledge of basic estimating and quantity take-offs.
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Quantities.
• Experience with basic drawing edits or mark-ups.
• Experience with basic project accounting or cost tracking.
• Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Familiarity with Cubit/Buildsoft, CostX, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or other Australian construction estimating/project-management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update and maintain construction schedules and project programmes
• Coordinate scheduling activities across trades, suppliers and site teams
• Assist with basic estimating tasks, including quantity take-offs
• Support basic drawing edits and mark-ups as required
• Track project costs and assist with basic project accounting functions
• Maintain accurate, current records across scheduling, estimating and cost tracking systems
• Liaise with the client's team to keep programmes and cost information up to date
• Issue requests for quotation and compare quotations on a like-for-like basis
• Prepare purchase orders and work orders, ensuring these reflect the latest drawings and specifications

Skills

Construction scheduling

Estimating

Excel

English proficiency

Project coordination

Tools

Cubit/Buildsoft

CostX

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Job description

About Brainbox

Brainbox is a unique BPO that focuses not only on delivering excellent service but also on fostering an amazing culture. Rooted in our core value of 'Always Be Kind,' we prioritise kindness in every policy, decision, and action. Our Philippines management team is composed entirely of Filipinos, and we provide unlimited training and HMO benefits from day one to help our people grow and become their best selves.

About Brainbox

Brainbox is a unique BPO that focuses not only on delivering excellent service but also on fostering an amazing culture. Rooted in our core value of 'Always Be Kind,' we prioritise kindness in every policy, decision, and action. Our Philippines management team is composed entirely of Filipinos, and we provide unlimited training and HMO benefits from day one to help our people grow and become their best selves.

The Role

We are looking for a Construction Scheduler / Estimating Coordinator to support the scheduling, estimating and cost tracking needs of our client, an Australian residential construction business. You will maintain project programmes, assist with take-offs and basic estimating, support drawing edits, and help track project costs, working closely with the client's team to keep schedules and cost data current and accurate.

Key Duties

• Develop, update and maintain construction schedules and project programmes
• Coordinate scheduling activities across trades, suppliers and site teams
• Assist with basic estimating tasks, including quantity take-offs
• Support basic drawing edits and mark-ups as required
• Track project costs and assist with basic project accounting functions
• Maintain accurate, current records across scheduling, estimating and cost tracking systems
• Liaise with the client's team to keep programmes and cost information up to date
• Issue requests for quotation and compare quotations on a like-for-like basis
• Prepare purchase orders and work orders, ensuring these reflect the latest drawings and specifications

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in construction scheduling, estimating or construction coordination in Australian-based company
• Australian residential construction experience
• Background in scheduling, estimating, quantity surveying, drafting or construction coordination
• Working knowledge of basic estimating and quantity take-offs
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Quantities
• Experience with basic drawing edits or mark-ups
• Experience with basic project accounting or cost tracking
• Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Familiarity with any of the following: Cubit/Buildsoft, CostX, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or other Australian construction estimating/project-management software

Benefits

Perks

• Attractive and competitive salary
• Tenure-based and performance-based incentives
• Paid time off
• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals
• Engagement and recognition programs
• HMO on day 1
• Work-life balance with a 37.5h week and free weekends
• International career growth and clients
• Opportunities to travel abroad
• Modern air-conditioned offices, located along MacArthur Highway (easy public transportation access), near residences, malls, and restaurants
• Fun and inclusive working environment and great working cultureDedicated local support with local management, HR, onboarding, payroll, and ICT
• Access to unlimited training and micro-competencies to advance your skills

This role is subject to a number of skills and possible online practical tests.