JuniorEstimator
Toowong
#Role
Hutchies is offering an exciting opportunity for a Junior Estimator to join our dedicated team at our Toowong office.
Embark on a journey to success with our comprehensive training program. You will have the unique opportunity to work closely with our National Quantity Surveyor. Over approximately six months, this personalised training phase will refine your skills and knowledge, making you proficient in the Hutchies approach.
Once you've mastered the essentials and understand the core values that define Hutchies, you'll seamlessly transition into a team environment. Collaborating with experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors, you'll find yourself immersed in a supportive and collaborative work environment. We pride ourselves on our down to earth culture and the close-knit relationships we build internally and through our projects.
The opportunities are diverse, providing you with unparalleled exposure to different projects and learning opportunities.
We value hard work and dedication, and we're excited to have your skills in our team.
#Responsibilities
As a Junior Estimator, your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in preparing cost estimates and competitive tenders
- Reviewing drawings, specs, and project documentation
- Gathering pricing from suppliers and subcontractors
- Attending site visits to understand real-world project conditions
- Supporting the team with scope reviews, quantity take-offs, and reporting
#Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
- 1-2 years of experience in a junior estimating role, either with a builder or a quantity surveying firm
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team environment whilst achieving independent goals
- Desire to develop a long-term professional career in cost planning and estimating
- Experience in the Construction/Building industry, desirable
Agency submissions won't be considered for this position.
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#The Hutchies difference
Hutchies has been building the structures in which Australians live, work, study, shop and play since 1912. From our early beginnings, we have grown into a dynamic and diverse construction company, delivering sophisticated projects across a comprehensive portfolio.
We're not like other builders. Relationships are everything to us – whether it's with our people, our clients, or the local communities in which we live and work.
#Exclusive benefits
As a Hutchies company member, you're not just part of a great work environment; you also be supported with training and continuous development along with access to exclusive perks. These include discounted personal travel and flights, savings on health insurance, and big discounts from top Australian retailers. Plus, we've got a calendar full of gatherings for social events, meetings, and conferences. And if you or your immediate family ever need support, our industry leading Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) are there to help.
#A fair go for all
Hutchies is all about equal opportunities and embracing diversity. Our commitment to an inclusive, people focused culture isn't just talk — it's who we are. Through initiatives like Statim Yaga and partnerships like NAWIC and UNIQ You, we're putting our values into action. So, whether you're part of our award winning Indigenous programs or advancing women in construction, you're part of a family that values long term relationships and community. We're not just building structures; we're building a workplace where everyone gets a fair go.