Estimator/Contract Administrator

Position Title: Residential Estimator & Contract Administrator (WA Specialist)

Schedule: Monday – 9:00 am - 6:00 pm WA, AU/Philippine Time

Holiday to follow: WA, AU Holidays

Workdays: Mon - Fri

Work Set-up: Work From Home or office.

Work Details: Full-time

About the role

We are seeking a versatile Estimator to support our client in Western Australia. This role goes beyond simple take-offs; you will be a key player in the project lifecycle, handling both double brick estimations and contract administration for our Western Australian residential projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Estimation: Prepare material and labor estimates for single and multi-residential double brick developments using Beams Estimating software.

• Contract Administration: Prepare, review, and issue HIA/Master Builders residential contracts and addenda for Western Australian clients.

• Software Management: Maintain the Beams database, ensuring price files, supplier rates, and cost centers are updated and accurate.

• Variation Processing: Manage post-contract variations, ensuring all changes are costed, documented, and approved before construction begins.

• Supplier Liaison: Request and compare quotes from WA-based subcontractors; issue Purchase Orders (POs) and Work Orders through the Beams system.

• General Business Support: Assist the AU project team with workflow scheduling, permit tracking, and maintaining accurate project folders in the company CRM.

• Standard Operating Procedures: Help produce and improve SOP's across the business to help streamline and improve processes.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 2–5 years of experience in Western Australian Residential Estimating, with a strong preference for candidates who have also handled AU Contract Administration.

• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of WA build standards, specifically double brick construction, plate heights, and cavity requirements.

• Software Proficiency: Experience with Beams Software (Estimating, CAD Takeoff, and Scheduling modules) is preferred and would be an advantage.

• Education: Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.

Communication: Professional English proficiency (written and verbal) for interacting with AU-based site supervisors and suppliers.

Perks & Benefits:

• Company-provided desktop/laptop with back-up internet.

• HMO from day one.

• 15 Vacation + 5 Sick Leaves.

• Annual performance reviews.

• Employee loan facilities.

• Fun company events with prizes and recognition.