Residential Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - VIC (Remote)

Job description

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

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Prepare detailed residential estimates for new builds, duplexes, townhouses, and knock-down rebuilds

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Conduct material take-offs from plans and specifications

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Build BOQs and cost plans aligned with VIC building standards

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Analyse drawings, engineering details, and inclusions

Tender & Procurement Support

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Source and compare subcontractor quotes

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Prepare tender submissions and variation pricing

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Review supplier pricing and allowances

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Assist value engineering and cost optimisation

Project Support

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Monitor budgets through pre-construction stages

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Prepare feasibility estimates for developers and builders

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Support contract documentation and scope clarifications

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Track cost changes and variations

Systems & Documentation

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Maintain estimating templates and cost databases

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Ensure accurate record keeping in project management systems

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Provide reporting to project managers and directors

Requirements

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5+ years experience as a Residential QS / Estimator in Australia (VIC preferred)

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Strong experience with detached homes, townhouses, and small developments

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Ability to read architectural, structural, and services drawings

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Strong understanding of Australian construction costs and trade sequencing

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Excellent attention to detail

Software Experience (preferred)

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Buildxact

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CostX

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Cubit

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PlanSwift

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Bluebeam

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Excel advanced

Preferred Experience

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Volume builder or custom home builder background

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Feasibility estimating for developers

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Variation management

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Procurement coordination

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Knowledge of NCC and Victorian residential standards

KPIs

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Estimate turnaround time

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Accuracy vs final cost

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BOQ completeness

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Subcontractor quote coverage

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Variation turnaround

Role Type

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Remote / Offshore support

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Full-time or project-based

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Supporting Victorian residential builders and developers

Ideal Candidate

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Detail-driven and analytical

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Strong drawing interpretation

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Commercially aware

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Proactive communicator

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Comfortable working with Australian teams remotely