Hunt St is hiring a Construction Estimator (001-0397)

Seeking Filipino Professionals (Based in the Philippines) Job Position: Construction Cost Analyst Compensation Range: $1,600 AUD - $2,000 AUD / Monthly Engagement Type: Independent Contractor Agreement Work Schedule: Aligned with Australian business hours (approximately 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday), offering flexible time management. Organizational Background: Hunt St facilitates connections between Australian companies and top-tier remote talent in the Philippines. Roles are exclusively remote and direct contractor engagements, not an outsourcing service. Client Profile: An established construction enterprise specializing in concrete, formwork, and excavation services. Founded by an industry veteran, the company is renowned for superior workmanship, dependable project execution, and a pragmatic operational approach across residential and commercial domains. Role Description: The organization seeks an offshore Construction Cost Analyst to streamline estimating processes and support project preparation. The ideal candidate possesses comprehensive Australian construction expertise and a meticulous, proactive approach to material assessments and precise documentation. Candidates will collaborate closely with leadership and site teams, supporting tender preparations and quotation processes. Potential exists for role expansion into broader project support functions. Primary Responsibilities: - Generate precise material quantities, volumes, and estimations from construction documentation - Analyze architectural drawings and engineering specifications for pricing support - Utilize CAD technologies to refine and clarify sectional drawings - Develop comprehensive cost projections for construction projects - Manage estimation-related spreadsheet documentation - Maintain proactive communication regarding project requirements - Support systematic process implementation - Deliver timely and responsive estimates Mandatory Qualifications: 1. Professional Experience - Minimum 5+ years Australian construction estimating expertise - Comprehensive understanding of national building standards and methodologies 2. Technical Proficiencies - Advanced digital takeoff capabilities using specialized software - Precise calculations for concrete volumes, formwork areas, reinforcement quantities - Comprehensive bill of quantities generation 3. Drafting Capabilities - Ability to prepare detailed site and planning documentation - Proficiency in technical drawing software 4. Labor Estimation - Openness to learning specialized estimation methodologies - Willingness to adapt to organizational approaches 5. Communication Requirements - Exceptional English language skills - Availability during Australian business hours - Rapid responsiveness - Seamless collaborative approach 6. Professional Characteristics - Meticulous and self-reviewing - Proactive problem-solving - Reliability and long-term commitment 7. Required Work Samples - Previous construction takeoff documentation - Annotated plans - Technical section details - Comprehensive cost breakdowns Work Arrangement Expectations: - Remote independent contractor engagement - Core business hour availability - Full transparency regarding existing professional commitments - Professional profile representation