Project Manager, Estimator Support – AU Residential
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full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Philippines
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About the role
- Obtain quotes from trades, subcontractors, builders, suppliers, and consultants
- Prepare and issue RFQs and detailed scope requests
- Follow up with tradies and suppliers to ensure timely submissions
- Review quotes for scope completeness, inclusions/exclusions, and compliance with drawings and specifications
- Prepare structured pricing comparisons and cost summaries for internal review
- Provide pricing breakdowns for internal teams and client-facing proposals
- Maintain trade pricing registers and approved supplier lists
- Update estimates and cost trackers based on returned quotes
- Prepare draft client quotes and detailed cost breakdowns (non-signatory role)
- Issue revised quotes based on design changes, client selections, variations, and scope updates
- Ensure quotes align with builder pricing structures, approved margins, and allowances
- Coordinate internal approvals prior to issuing final quotes
- Maintain professional, clear documentation suitable for client presentation
- Provide direct support to Project Managers and Estimators
- Assist with take-offs and pricing inputs
- Support preparation of tender documentation
- Assist with pre-construction handovers
- Maintain variation logs, cost trackers, and project registers
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (suppliers, consultants, trades)
- Support scheduling and trade coordination requirements
- Maintain organised project documentation and CRM systems
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years experience in Australian residential building (NSW essential)
- Experience within an Australian building company or construction consultancy
- Demonstrated experience obtaining quotes from trades, builders, suppliers, and consultants
- Experience preparing pricing summaries and draft client quotes
- Strong understanding of Australian residential trade scopes and sequencing
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and civil drawings
- Confident, extroverted communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
- Excellent written and verbal English
- High attention to detail and pricing accuracy
- Strong coordination and follow-up skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines concurrently
Benefits
- Work From Home
- Full-Time
- AU Hours
- NSW Residential Experience Essential
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
RFQspricing comparisonscost summariestake-offstender documentationcost trackersproject registersarchitectural drawingsstructural drawingscivil drawings
Soft Skills
stakeholder engagementcommunicationattention to detailcoordinationfollow-uptime managementorganizational skillsextrovertedwritten communicationverbal communication