Residential Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - VIC

About this role

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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