Job Description

Looking for Philippines-based candidates

Job Role: Estimator

Compensation range: $2,500 AUD - $3,500 AUD / Monthly

Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement

Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 8 AM - 4 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your time.

Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home.

Who The Client Is: We are transforming architectural spaces across Australia for more than 40 years with premium Venetian plaster, microcement, clay renders, and bespoke decorative finishes. As one of the first companies to introduce authentic Italian polished plaster techniques to Australia, we combine handcrafted artistry with cutting-edge technology to create timeless wall finishes tailored to visionary residential, commercial, and hospitality projects. Proudly manufacturing and applying our own sustainable, mineral-based products through an in-house team of skilled artisans, we are trusted by architects, designers, and builders nationwide for exceptional quality, innovative textures, and a commitment to bringing bold creative visions to life.

Support the accurate pricing and planning of decorative finish projects across residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors. The role will involve reviewing architectural and construction documentation, identifying specified finishes, completing accurate measurements using CostX software, and producing clear 3D renders to support onsite installation teams.

This position requires someone with a strong construction background who can work independently, follow established workflows, and quickly learn the company’s specialised systems and finishing processes. The Estimator will also play a key role in identifying suitable alternative finishes where required and ensuring quotes remain accurate, practical, and aligned with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review architectural plans, specifications, and project documentation
• Identify and interpret finish schedules and wall finish requirements
• Complete accurate take-offs and measurements using CostX software
• Produce 3D renders and visual references to guide onsite teams on wall locations and finishes
• Follow internal estimating procedures and finishing schedules
• Assist in preparing accurate project quotations and cost estimates
• Identify comparable or alternative finishes where substitutions are required
• Ensure all measurements, quantities, and project details are accurately documented
• Collaborate with operations and project teams to support smooth project delivery
• Must be capable of working independently and managing multiple tenders simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• The successful candidate must be capable of independently reviewing tender documentation, completing quantity take-offs, identifying scope gaps, assessing project risks, and preparing estimates with minimal supervision.
• Review tender packages and identify missing information, ambiguities, and scope risks.
• Prepare tender clarifications and RFIs where required.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing.
• Maintain estimating databases, production rates, and pricing schedules.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the construction or finishing industry
• Advanced CostX proficiency is essential, including digital take-offs, dimension groups and workbooks.
• Experience using Simpro or similar job management software is essential.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Experience interpreting architectural drawings and finish schedules
• Ability to produce accurate measurements and quantity take-offs
• Understanding of construction materials, finishes, and installation processes
• Experience creating or interpreting 3D renders or visual project references preferred
• Demonstrated experience in preparing quotes independently for large projects ranging from $50,000 to $5M+, both domestic and commercial spaces. Including retail, restaurants and hotels.
• Experience preparing estimates for Australian construction projects is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Australian building terminology, documentation standards, and construction practices.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to communicate confidently with builders, architects, designers, suppliers, and internal project teams.

Work Arrangement & Expectations:

This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.

To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
• Be comfortable working as a contractor on a long term basis, ie: this is their preferred manner of employment
• We are seeking a career-minded professional looking for a stable, long-term engagement. Candidates actively seeking multiple concurrent full-time roles will not be considered.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated history of long-term employment relationships.
• Provide their own computer equipment and MS licensing. CostX and Simpro will be supplied by the employer.
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)