Contracts Administrator & Estimator – Residential & Commercial | Perth Metro
📍 Full‑Time | Based in Armadale, WA | End‑to‑End Contract & Cost Control

Turn drawings into contracts – and numbers into Buildings.

IQ Construction is looking for a detail‑driven Contracts Administrator & Estimator to manage costings, contract production and project cost control across our custom homes, renovations and commercial builds. If you’re a BEAMS power‑user who loves accuracy, client contact and a good deadline, we’d love to talk.

💼 About the Role

You’ll manage the full pre‑construction cycle and support construction delivery by:

Estimating & Quoting – prepare detailed take‑offs and cost plans to generate accurate PO's, updating Default Material Lists and collaborating with the BDM for secondary checks. Work on diverse build types: timber‑frame, brick veneer, double‑brick, pole homes and commercial.

Contracts & Variations – draft HIA lump‑sum and cost‑plus contracts, issue via DocuSign, and incorporate BAL, EER, engineering and overlay requirements. Produce clear addenda, provisional sums and allowances.

Pre‑Start & Construction Changes – log selections, raise pre‑start / construction variations, and update construction addenda so trades always work off the latest info.

Scheduling & Procurement – build or tailor BEAMS project schedules post hand‑over meeting, raise / edit POs, maintain accurate call‑forwards and notify trades of date changes.

Permits & Authority Liaison – coordinate BA20s, planning & building permits, demolition approvals and follow up council requests.

Supplier Quote Register – maintain a live register to underpin cost accuracy and budget compliance.

Client & Stakeholder Liaison – maintain proactive communication with clients, consultants, developers and suppliers, logging all contact in BEAMS.

✅ What We’re Looking For

2–3 + years in contracts administration / estimating for residential or commercial construction

Advanced BEAMS proficiency preferred (estimating, contracts, scheduling, cost reporting - training can be provided if required)

Strong understanding of Australian building contracts, WA codes & compliance (BAL, EER, NCC)

Accuracy with numbers, exceptional attention to detail and solid negotiation skills

Confident communicator able to manage clients, consultants and suppliers

White Card, valid driver’s licence and full Australian work rights

🌟 Why Join IQ Construction?

🏗️ Project Variety – custom homes, childcare, aged‑care, schools + more

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family‑Oriented Culture – supportive, values‑driven and growth focused

🔧 Tech Forward – BIM modelling, BEAMS ERP, 3D walkthroughs & digital approvals

📍 Local Work Only – Perth metro projects; be home every night

🚀 Career Pathways – opportunity to step into Contracts Management or Commercial Management