Residential Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - VIC (Remote)

• Residential Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - VIC (Remote)
• Residential Quantity Surveyor / Estimator – VIC (Remote)

Role Overview

• We are seeking an experienced Residential Quantity Surveyor (QS) / Estimator to support Victorian residential building projects.
• The role involves preparing cost estimates, BOQs, take-offs, and supporting builders through tender, pre-construction, and contract stages.
• The estimator ensures accurate pricing, cost control, and timely project delivery across single dwellings, townhouses, and small developments.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Cost Planning

• Prepare detailed residential estimates for new builds, duplexes, townhouses, and knock-down rebuilds
• Conduct material take-offs from plans and specifications
• Build BOQs and cost plans aligned with VIC building standards
• Analyse drawings, engineering details, and inclusions

Tender & Procurement Support

• Source and compare subcontractor quotes
• Prepare tender submissions and variation pricing
• Review supplier pricing and allowances
• Assist value engineering and cost optimisation

Project Support

• Monitor budgets through pre-construction stages
• Prepare feasibility estimates for developers and builders
• Support contract documentation and scope clarifications
• Track cost changes and variations

Systems & Documentation

• Maintain estimating templates and cost databases
• Ensure accurate record keeping in project management systems
• Provide reporting to project managers and directors

Requirements

• 5+ years experience as a Residential QS / Estimator in Australia (VIC preferred)
• Strong experience with detached homes, townhouses, and small developments
• Ability to read architectural, structural, and services drawings
• Strong understanding of Australian construction costs and trade sequencing
• Excellent attention to detail
• Software Experience (preferred)

Buildxact

CostX

Cubit

PlanSwift

Bluebeam

Excel advanced

Preferred Experience

• Volume builder or custom home builder background
• Feasibility estimating for developers
• Variation management
• Procurement coordination
• Knowledge of NCC and Victorian residential standards

KPIs

• Estimate turnaround time
• Accuracy vs final cost
• BOQ completeness
• Subcontractor quote coverage
• Variation turnaround

Role Type

• Remote / Offshore support
• Full-time or project-based
• Supporting Victorian residential builders and developers

Ideal Candidate

• Detail-driven and analytical
• Strong drawing interpretation
• Commercially aware
• Proactive communicator
• Comfortable working with Australian teams remotely