WFH Estimating

Job Role Summary/Overview

Join a thriving residential construction company in Queensland, Australia as their Business Support Specialist, where you'll play a pivotal role in streamlining operations and supporting business growth. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with the business owner and operations manager, taking ownership of critical estimating processes that drive new business while managing day-to-day administrative functions that keep projects running smoothly.

Job Highlights

• Monthly Rate: Approximately PHP 54,000
• Paid Hours per Week: 40
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, with 1 hour unpaid break | Sydney, AU time
• Work Arrangement: Work from home
• Contract: Independent Contractor

Side note: Since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an "Independent Contractor" arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction plans to develop accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
• Prepare and distribute comprehensive tender packages to subcontractors and suppliers within 48-72 hours of receiving plans
• Compile, compare, and manage incoming quotes and proposals from trades and suppliers
• Action and follow up on RFIs from trades to ensure estimate accuracy and completeness
• Assist in finalizing estimates for presentation and contract signatures
• Support the operations manager by managing weekly client progress updates during both preliminary and construction phases
• Follow up with subcontractors to confirm schedules, material requirements, and supply deliveries
• Respond to general client and supplier email inquiries within 24 hours, escalating complex issues as needed
• Compile and prepare all required documents and information prior to each project stage completion
• Maintain accurate compliance records and audit trails for all projects
• Maintain accurate job costing processes to track project profitability in real-time
• Track project costs against initial estimates throughout the project lifecycle, identifying variances
• Assist bookkeeper by ensuring all supplier invoices are properly coded and entered against specific jobs
• Support operations manager with generating client progress payment invoices using BuildExact
• Generate and send invoices for completed project stages with appropriate client communication
• Update project schedules and site diary information based on field progress
• Communicate project updates to clients using photos and information from site diaries
• Coordinate with on-site teams to maintain accurate project status in BuildExact
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all processes touched
• Develop templates for supplier management and quote comparisons
• Document and refine existing workflows within BuildExact for best practices
• Create checklists for pre-construction compliance throughout project lifecycles

Requirements

• Proven experience in construction estimating, preferably in residential building
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction plans and technical drawings
• Experience with construction management software (BuildExact preferred, but other programs acceptable if data can be imported)
• Solid understanding of construction processes, materials, and subcontractor coordination
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for compliance and documentation
• Experience with job costing and project financial tracking
• Proficiency in creating and following systematic processes and procedures
• Understanding of Australian construction industry practices and compliance requirements

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Reminder

• Kindly apply directly to the link provided; you will be redirected to BruntWork's Career Site. Complete the initial requirements, including the voice recording, pre-screening assessment, and technical check of your computer/device.

Independent Contractor Perks

• HMO Coverage for eligible locations
• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring