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Estimator | VSBA Education Projects | Inner East Melbourne

Mackey Consulting
Richmond, VIC
A$90,000-$125,000 p/a + Super
Construction → Estimating
Full-time
On-site

Posted 8 days ago


About my client:
My client is an established builder specialising in delivering schools projects for the VSBA across Victoria.

About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join an established builder.

You will be responsible for the preparation of detailed cost estimates, specifications, and purchase orders for projects.

Your main responsibilities

  • Review all relevant tender documentation for completeness and accuracy.
  • Prepare tender packages with appropriate Scope of Works (SoWs) to distribute to sub contractors/suppliers to allow accurate and competitive pricing.
  • Vetting of submitted prices to ensure they address the SoW’s and reflect internal take offs.
  • Produce Purchase Orders in full for relevant trade/supplier for each project prior to Site start.
  • Issue Purchase Orders to trades, suppliers and Site Managers with a copy of Purchase Orders kept in the office and in Site files.
  • Support Construction/Site Managers, trades and suppliers by responding to order queries throughout the build process.
  • Report on margin expectation and apply pricing variations.

Skills & Experience:

  • 2 + years of experience in an Estimating role within the construction industry (residential or commercial).
  • Thorough understanding of the construction process, structural complexity, techniques, terminology and costs, including the ability to discuss these in a way that is understood by all stakeholders and be transferred into job costing.
  • Ability to read architectural drawings, identify issues and work with others to resolve them.
  • Excellent written and communication skills.
  • Ability to negotiate a win/win outcome.
  • Experience with Databuild or equivalent
  • Experience with Framework or equivalent.
  • Intermediate – advanced skills with Microsoft Excel

What you will get in return:

  • Long term secure position in a growing company.
  • Competitive salary (based on experience)
  • Work in a collaborative environment.
  • Ability to implement and set up new processes.

Please note, only applicants with relevant local experience and full working rights in Australia can be considered for the position.

If this role is right for you then please apply, click the appropriate link to send your cv.

Alternatively, contact Brian Mackey for a confidential discussion on 0481 353 996 or email [email protected]


About Mackey Consulting

Richmond, VIC, Australia

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