We are looking for a Senior Construction Estimator to establish and manage an off shore team.
Assess and triage incoming quote requests, determining which opportunities should be pursued.
Review drawings and specifications to identify scope gaps, exclusions, risks, and missing information.
Allocate measures and workload across the off shore estimating team.
Perform complex measures and quantity take-offs where required.
Manage RFIs (Requests for Information) with builders when documentation is incomplete.
Liaise directly with Australian builders, contract administrators, and estimators to manage expectations and deadlines.
Prepare, review, and approve quotes prior to issue.
Issue quotes through Simpro, ensuring all pricing, exclusions, qualifications, and terms and conditions are included.
Essential experience with Simpro and CostX software is required for this position.
Oversee the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of all outgoing quotes.
Maintain estimating procedures, templates, pricing structures, and production rates.
Monitor quote pipeline, workload, turnaround times, and conversion rates.
Escalate high-risk, complex, or unusual projects to Australian management.
Mentor, train, and support junior team members.
Minimum 1-2 years of team leadership or supervisory experience is required.
Conduct regular team reviews and workload planning sessions.
Ensure consistency across all estimating outputs and processes.
Minimum 4-5 years of construction estimating experience is required.
Experience in commercial and residential construction estimating is essential.
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