At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to estimate and manage exciting landscape projects.
- Company: Burland Contractors, a trusted yet agile Victorian landscape contractor.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment with growth opportunities.
- Other info: Ideal for those passionate about construction and landscaping.
- Why this job: Be part of diverse projects that shape communities and enhance spaces.
- Qualifications: Attention to detail, numerical skills, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Burland Contractors is an established Victorian civil and commercial landscape contractor. Our projects are varied, working across education, health, commercial, retail and residential projects, delivering everything from quiet spaces of reflection to bustling playgrounds and functional hardscapes. We're a growing business that is big enough to be trusted yet small enough to be agile.
About the role: This is a varied, office-based role combining estimating and contract/project administration. You'll work with our Senior Estimator and project team on:
- Reviewing construction drawings, specifications and tender documents
- Completing quantity take-offs from landscape and construction drawings
- Assisting with the preparation of project estimates and quotations
- Sending requests for pricing to suppliers and subcontractors
- Comparing and recording supplier quotations
- Maintaining current supplier, material and subcontractor pricing
- Assisting in the development and maintenance of our estimating price book
- Preparing tender documentation, inclusions, exclusions and supporting information
- Setting up and maintaining project and tender records
- Maintaining contracts, variations and other commercial project documentation
About you:
- Strong attention to detail and good numerical skills
- Confidence using Excel and computer systems
- Good written and verbal communication
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- An understanding of construction and how projects are priced and delivered
- The ability to read construction drawings, or the willingness to learn
- Experience in landscaping, civil or commercial construction would be highly regarded
- Experience with estimating or construction management software would be highly regarded, but is not essential
Junior Estimator/Contract Administrator in Melbourne employer: Burland Contractors
Burland Contractors is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and dynamic work environment, perfect for those looking to grow in the civil and commercial landscape sector. With a strong emphasis on employee development, you will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals while contributing to diverse projects across various sectors. Located in Victoria, our agile team culture encourages collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for aspiring estimators and contract administrators to thrive.
