Residential Estimator

About the role This role involves preparing sales-stage estimates for residential home designs and shifting into production estimating for full site construction. You will read and interpret Australian residential house plans, complete take-offs and quantity measurements across trades and materials, and work within estimating systems to produce consistent, reliable numbers. Key responsibilities Prepare sales-stage estimates for single storey, double storey, split level and duplex home designs Read and interpret Australian residential house plans accurately Complete take-offs and quantity measurements across all residential trades and materials Work within the Stroud Homes estimating systems and software to produce consistent, reliable numbers Maintain accuracy at the contract price stage so downstream production estimating reconciles cleanly Shift into production estimating for full site construction quantities and trade requirements Communicate with trades and suppliers confidently about supply, rates or invoices Work day to day with the team over Microsoft Teams Raise queries and exceptions early rather than working around them Follow the Stroud Homes estimating process and standards as trained About you Residential estimating or drafting background with ability to read residential plans and produce accurate quantities A drafting qualification with estimating experience Experience with estimating or take-off software used in Australian residential construction Strong numeracy and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Strong communication skills, able to speak and write fluently in English Confident dealing directly with an Australian team Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Outlook Experience supporting an Australian builder, or exposure to Australian residential construction standards, is an advantage