Estimator & Scheduler (Australian Client/Day Shift)

About Brainbox

Brainbox is different from every other BPO. It's not just the amazing culture, strong brand, loyal customers, and talented staff - it is deeper than that. The Brainbox core value of 'Always Be Kind' is embedded in every policy, decision, and every day. We develop our people, and the Philippines management team is all Filipinos. Everything we do aims to provide people with a work culture that helps them improve every single day. From unlimited training to HMO benefits from day 1, we want our people to love what they do and become the best versions of themselves.

We are looking for an Estimator / Scheduler who will work closely with our client's Perth-based team, assisting projects from working drawings and pricing through to procurement and construction. This is not a general administration or virtual assistant role: it calls for genuine construction knowledge and the ability to progressively take on estimating, procurement and scheduling responsibilities.

Our client is a Perth-based residential building company specialising in custom homes, renovations, extensions and residential developments.

Estimating

• Review architectural, structural and engineering drawings.
• Review project specifications and consultant documentation.
• Complete detailed quantity take-offs.
• Prepare preliminary and detailed construction estimates.
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Quantities.
• Obtain, review and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify exclusions, discrepancies and missing scope.
• Maintain accurate material and labour pricing.
• Assist with tender and contract pricing, and pricing for client variations.
• Compare project costs against budgets and previous projects.
• Identify potential cost risks before construction.

Procurement

• Prepare clear scopes of work for trades and suppliers.
• Issue requests for quotation and compare quotations on a like-for-like basis.
• Prepare purchase orders and work orders, ensuring these reflect the latest drawings and specifications.
• Assist with ordering materials and long-lead items.
• Follow up suppliers and subcontractors where required.
• Maintain procurement records and monitor committed costs against project budgets.

Construction Scheduling

• Prepare and update construction schedules as projects progress.
• Develop appropriate trade sequencing.
• Coordinate procurement dates with construction requirements.
• Identify long-lead items and potential scheduling conflicts or delays.
• Monitor upcoming trade and supplier requirements, and assist with forward planning.

System / Project Administration

• Set up and maintain project estimating information, cost codes and budgets.
• Maintain supplier and subcontractor information and record project documentation accurately.
• Follow the client's established estimating, procurement and document-control procedures.
• Full training will be provided on the client's project management system; accuracy of information entered will be extremely important.

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction estimating and/or scheduling in an Australian based company.
• Strong ability to read architectural and structural drawings.
• Experience completing detailed quantity take-offs and preparing Bills of Quantities.
• Experience reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Experience preparing scopes of work and purchase orders.
• Understanding of construction procurement and scheduling.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Highly accurate, detail-oriented and methodical.
• Able to work independently and proactively, without waiting for instructions.
• Comfortable communicating with Australian suppliers and subcontractors.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Benefits

Perks

• Attractive and competitive salary
• Tenure-based and performance-based incentives
• Paid time off
• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals
• Engagement and recognition programs
• HMO on day 1
• Work-life balance with a 37.5-hour week and free weekends
• International career growth and clients
• Opportunities to travel abroad
• Modern air-conditioned offices, located along MacArthur Highway (easy public transportation access), near residences, malls, and restaurants
• Fun and inclusive working environment and great working culture
• Dedicated local support with local management, HR, onboarding, payroll, and ICT
• Access to unlimited training and micro-competencies to advance your skills

This role is subject to a number of skills and possible online practical tests.

This position is an onsite role. Candidate must be willing to work on-site.