Construction Estimator

The Position

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Construction Estimator to support a premium residential construction company based in Australia.

You’ll play a key role in managing the full estimating lifecycle across custom homes, renovations, and extensions, helping reduce quoting turnaround times, improve operational efficiency, and support the business as it continues to grow.

This role will suit someone that is technically minded, highly organised, systems-focused, and confident working collaboratively within a fast-paced residential construction environment.

About the role

This part-time remote role (24-hours per week) with the opportunity to grow! You’ll focus on residential construction estimating, supplier coordination, variation pricing, and improving processes within WunderBuild.

You’ll work closely with the directors to manage projects throughout the full estimating lifecycle — from concept pricing through to final contract pricing and construction variations.

The role also includes coordinating supplier and subcontractor quotes, updating pricing as projects evolve, and helping improve estimating systems, templates, and workflows to increase efficiency and reduce turnaround times.

If you’re proactive, organised, technically minded, and experienced in residential construction estimating, then apply now!

The Details

Work hours: Australian business hours

Responsibilities

• Complete take-offs from concept and engineered plans.
• Prepare and manage Version 1, Version 2, and final contract estimates within WunderBuild.
• Manage projects throughout the full estimating lifecycle from concept through to contract.
• Price variations, design changes, and construction alternatives with fast turnaround times.
• Maintain accurate project costings, estimating records, and documentation.

• Send and follow up quote requests with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Coordinate pricing updates, supplier communication, and contractor documentation.
• Maintain organised quote tracking systems and supplier records.
• Build and improve supplier templates, quote request templates, and cost catalogues.

• Assist with improving estimating workflows and operational systems within WunderBuild.
• Help build and maintain templates, cost catalogues, supplier lists, and cost codes.
• Maintain organised systems and project workflows using Asana, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Support drafting or SketchUp-related tasks where required (ideal but not essential).

SOFTWARE SKILLS

You are proficient in the following:

• WunderBuild or similar construction/project management software.
• Construction estimating and take-off software.
• Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace.
• Asana or similar project management tools.

Ideal, but not essential:

• SketchUp
• Loom
• Residential drafting or construction drawing experience.

• 3–5 years of experience in residential construction estimating or a similar role.
• A civil engineering, construction engineering, or building background.
• Can confidently handle all of the main responsibilities of the role.
• Experience managing supplier and subcontractor communication.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
• Can confidently manage multiple systems and learn new software quickly.
• Excellent English communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Experience supporting residential construction, custom homes, renovations, or extensions.

• Is incredibly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Can confidently keep up with a fast-paced, systems-focused leadership team.
• Is able to create better systems, templates, and solutions to improve operational efficiency.
• Can confidently work independently, manage time, and show initiative.
• Enjoys problem-solving and improving workflows.
• Takes ownership of projects from start to finish.

Call to Action

If you are an experienced Estimator, looking to take your career to the next level, just reply to this ad and we’ll send across a link to our application form.