Estimating Manager

Our client is a well-known Real Estate Group which specialises in property renovation. They provide overall housing design, construction planning and project management services etc. They are now looking for an Estimating Manager to join their team in a premium location in Melbourne.

Responsibilities：

• Provide leadership to estimating department
• Develop cost estimates and coordinate proposals for assigned estimating projects
• Monitor project budget to ensure all expenditures are within the allowance
• Revise estimates and implement required changes
• Finalise and present tenders to the director
• Provide advice and cost planning information on a day-to-day basis
• Identify and learn customer requirements for bid purposes
• Maintain client relations by being lead contact of proposal for the client
• Manage subcontractor inclusive of compiling scope of works, tender packages, reviewing and vetting contractor quotes
• Establish and maintain a network of local suppliers and subcontractors
• Participate pre and post bid meetings as required
• Manage multiple bids and perform as liaison between estimating team and director
• Collaborate and coordinate with the various departments and their leaders
• Mentor and train other estimators

Requirements:

• Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident Only
• Excellent communication and writing skills (both English and Mandarin)
• Highly organised, planner and problem solver
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to produce high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail
• High levels of computer literacy
• Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Architecture, or equivalent education background
• 3 years equivalent experience in the construction industry is preferential