Project Estimator & Contract Admin – Commercial Fit-Outs (AU Experience)

Salary: 40,000 - 50,000

Job Summary:

Strong communication skills, the ability to read drawings for scope extraction, and expertise in project planning are essential. Experience in commercial interior fit-outs, preferably in healthcare, is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ideally AutoCAD is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and detailed costing sheets for projects.
• Process leads and jobs efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and documentation.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and follow up on pricing from subcontractors and trades.
• Verify that received quotes comprehensively cover all necessary scopes of work.
• Assist in project programming, scheduling, and planning activities.
• Review and interpret architectural and engineering drawings to extract scope details.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and budget constraints.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and suppliers to facilitate seamless project execution.
• Provide administrative support in contract management, documentation, and reporting.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in commercial interior fit-outs, preferably within the healthcare sector (residential experience will not be considered).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with AutoCAD is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• i5 10th Gen or equivalent, 8GB RAM, 2GB Video Card or Integrated Graphics Card, Windows 10 or macOS (no Netbooks or Chromebooks), Headset with noise cancellation feature
• Main Internet should be minimum of 20MBPs, wired only
• An Antivirus Software should be installed, activated and updated
• Backup Internet
• Quiet Workplace