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What this job is
A construction estimator prepares detailed cost projections and material schedules for building and civil projects by analysing design specifications, site conditions, and current market rates. They work with architects, engineers, and project managers to quantify labour, materials, plant, and overheads, then produce tender documents and budget forecasts that inform project planning and commercial decisions.
Pay
A$2,280 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Attention to Detailcore
- Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Accuracycore
- Check compatibility of materialscore
- Microsoft Excel Data Managementcore
- Negotiationcore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Regulatory and Legislative Awarenesscore
- Report Writingcore
- Research and Analysiscore
- Risk Identificationcore
- Stakeholder Communicationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Written Communicationcore
- Electronic Document Management
- Goal Setting and Planning
- Invoice Matching and Reconciliation
- Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency
- Process Documentation
- Quality Assurance and Checking
- Supplier Communication
- Team Collaboration