Residential Construction Estimator

TL;DR

Residential Construction Estimator: Preparing accurate build estimates and evaluating land opportunities for a growing residential building business with an accent on Australian residential building methodologies and supplier pricing structures. Focus on identifying margin risks and value-engineering opportunities to ensure project profitability and market competitiveness.

Location: Flexible during client business hours (Australia).

Company

hirify.global is an outsourcing company.

What you will do

• Analyze architectural drawings, structural engineering plans, and tender packages to determine the scope of work.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for single-storey, double-storey, custom homes, and house-and-land packages.
• Evaluate complex site costs including slab upgrades, retaining walls, and service connections.
• Source and negotiate competitive pricing from suppliers, trades, and subcontractors.
• Assist with feasibility studies for new land opportunities and analyze competitor market positioning.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in Australian residential construction estimating.
• Solid understanding of house-and-land packages, estate developments, and project home pricing mechanics (experience in the Queensland market is preferred).
• Proven ability to accurately interpret complex architectural, structural, and civil engineering documentation.
• Experience working with volume builders, boutique builders, or residential project home companies is highly regarded.
• Proficiency in Buildxact, Databuild, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Excel, and AutoCAD.
• Proactive, resourceful, and highly comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, growth-focused remote environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent work from home.
• Immediate hiring.
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations.