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About Blackwood Building Company
Our values guide everything we do:
We Put People First | We Are Solution Focused | We Are Genuine | We Collaborate | We Are Role Models
We're now inviting the next generation of construction professionals to grow with us.
If you're a construction student or recent graduate with a passion for residential building — and you're hungry to learn, contribute, and grow — this is your foot in the door.
The Role – Learn, Contribute, and Build a Career That Matters
As our Cadet Estimator / Contract Administrator, you'll gain hands-on experience across estimating, procurement, and contract administration — supporting custom residential projects from early feasibility to site handover.
You will:
Assist with quantity take-offs, pricing, and supplier quotes
Support pre-construction tasks including cost planning and tender documentation
Learn the ins and outs of contract admin — including RFI and variation processes
Shadow and support Estimators and PMs during live jobs and client meetings
Gain exposure to custom residential builds from $1M to $5M+
Work closely with senior staff across design, delivery, and finance
Ongoing Development & Responsibilities
As you grow within the team, you'll continue to develop skills across:
Detailed cost analysis, supplier negotiations & procurement
Contract compliance, project setup and progress tracking
Communication with consultants, clients and site teams
Commercial awareness and margin understanding
Reporting, forecasting, and software (Buildxact, Xero, Jack App etc.)
You'll be mentored by experienced professionals and set on a path that could lead into Estimating, Contract Admin, or Project Management — based on your strengths and interests.
What You'll Bring
Construction Management or similar or recent graduate
Ideally 1–2 years' experience with a builder in estimating or contract admin
Willingness to learn, strong initiative, and attention to detail
Solid communication skills — written, verbal, and interpersonal
A genuine interest in building and working in a values-led team
Positive energy and a team-first attitude
What's On Offer
Dedicated mentoring and exposure to the full project lifecycle
Career progression mapped around your strengths
A collaborative team that values quality, not ego
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Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a contracts administrator? How many years of estimating experience do you have? How many years' experience do you have with contracts administration? Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)?
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