
Estimator / Contracts Administrator
Volare Recruitment
Posted 3 days ago
- Projects include multi-res, commercial, industrial and civil
- Inner North location – parking or public transport available
- Excellent $$ based on experience | Long-term career potential
Are you an experienced Estimator who enjoys the detail of contracts and project delivery? This is an ideal role for someone strong in Estimating and wants to strengthen their Contracts Admin experience.
This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established design, construction and property business with an exceptional reputation across South-East Queensland.
Working across a great mix of projects from multi-residential and commercial through to industrial, health, education and civil - you’ll be part of a growing team supporting some of Queensland’s leading developers and consultants.
This business is busy, stable and growing with a pipeline of confirmed projects with majority of projects sitting in the $5-$20m range.
The Role
 You’ll work closely with other Contracts Administrators, Project Manager and Construction Manager across all stages of the project lifecycle from estimating and tendering to contract administration and delivery. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that will allow you to use your commercial and technical skills while continuing to build your experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with estimating and detailed take-offs across upcoming projects (apartment, townhouse and commercial builds).
- Prepare and review tenders, scopes and subcontractor packages.
- Obtain and evaluate quotes from subcontractors to ensure competitiveness and accuracy.
- Prepare contracts, subcontractor agreements and purchase orders.
- Coordinate and update project documentation, compliance and document control.
- Process RFIs, claims, variations, progress claims and EOTs.
- Support the preparation of cost reports, budgets and forecasting.
- Work collaboratively with the Project Manager, Construction Manager and other CA’s to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met.
- Liaise confidently with clients, consultants and subcontractors to maintain clear communication and positive relationships.
About You
- Ideally 2–5+ years’ experience in estimating and/or contracts administration within the construction sector.
- Confident preparing tenders, scopes and reviewing cost data.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
- Highly organised and process-driven.
- Understanding of the structure of the NCC & Australian Standards
- Experience using MS Project, Cubit, Premier Construct or similar.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
Why You’ll Love It
- Enjoy variety across estimating, tendering and contracts administration.
- Career development opportunities – potential to grow into Project Management
- Work across a broad range of commercial project
- Attractive $$ based on your experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity to continue developing your commercial and project skills. Apply to Jacquie Speirs at Volare Recruitment without delay - this client is ready to hire!
 
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