Residential Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - VIC

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

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