Job Description

Construction Estimator (Flooring) | Fortitude Valley, QLD | Full-Time

Role Highlights

• Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
• Based at the company's Fortitude Valley showroom
• Salary package from $80,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to contribute to residential and commercial construction projects through accurate estimating and cost planning

About the Company

Competitive Advantage HRM & Recruitment is hiring on behalf of a well-established Australian flooring retailer, specialising in high-quality flooring and window furnishing solutions. 

With a strong focus on delivering tailored outcomes, the business works closely with customers, suppliers and industry professionals to ensure projects are delivered to a high standard.

The organisation values accuracy, reliability, collaboration and practical expertise, fostering a professional environment where team members are encouraged to take ownership, contribute their knowledge and deliver quality results.

About the Role

We are seeking an accurate, detail-oriented and reliable Estimator to join the team on a full-time basis.

This is an important role within the business, responsible for reviewing construction plans, completing detailed quantity take-offs and preparing accurate, competitive and cost-effective project estimates and quotations.

Working across residential and commercial projects, you will also collaborate with internal sales teams, project supervisors, and external vendors to clarify project requirements and address scope revisions and design variations. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of architectural drawings and material sourcing, proficiency in estimating software and plan reading, together with the ability to manage competing deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and interpret architectural drawings, construction plans, specifications and detailed scopes of work to identify project requirements
• Complete accurate and comprehensive material and labour quantity take-offs for residential and commercial projects
• Prepare detailed project cost breakdowns and estimates for residential and commercial projects
• Ensure estimates and quotations are accurate, competitive, cost-effective and aligned with project copes and required profit margins
• Prepare and submit tenders and project quotations within specified deadlines
• Liaise with internal sales teams, project supervisors and external vendors regarding project requirements, scope revisions and design variations

About You

You are a methodical and commercially minded individual who takes pride in producing accurate work. You have a good understanding of construction plans, materials and estimating processes, and can confidently manage the detail involved in preparing project quotations.

Essential:

• Experience in a construction estimating role or a relevant background in construction estimating
• Strong ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, construction plans and specifications
• Proficiency in estimating software
• Understanding of material sourcing and quantity take-off processes
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively

Desirable:

• Experience using MeasureSquare estimating software
• Previous estimating experience within the flooring industry or related construction trades
• Experience preparing estimates for residential and commercial construction projects

Personal Attributes

• Accurate and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on quality
• Reliable and organised, with good time management skills
• Analytical, practical and commercially aware
• Confident communicator who can work effectively with different stakeholders
• Collaborative approach with the ability to take ownership of assigned work

What's On Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment opportunity
• Monday to Friday working hours, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
• Convenient Fortitude Valley showroom location
• Salary package from $80,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to contribute to a range of residential and commercial construction projects

How to Apply

If you have construction estimating experience, a strong understanding of architectural drawings and a keen eye for detail, we would welcome your application.

Apply now with your current resume for consideration.

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process is managed by the experienced team at Competitive Advantage HRM & Recruitment, who will handle candidate assessment and introduce suitable candidates directly to the company.