Senior Estimator- Masters And Systems Management

Company description:

For over 45 years, Rawson Group has helped thousands of Australians make their dream home a reality, taking pride in our beautiful designs and quality build.

From humble beginnings in country NSW, we have grown to be one of the largest and most trusted builders and land developers in NSW and the ACT.

Job description:

About the position

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Estimating team as a Senior Estimator - Masters and Systems Management. This position is intended to handle the back office and analytical aspects of estimating and will sit apart from both production and sales estimating. This position will maintain our current processes and Systems and play a crucial part in the future rollout of new ACC applications and processes.

As Senior Estimators your responsibilities will include but be not limited to

• Responsible for managing the Mitek Master team for producing new Master designs in accordance with set KPIs.
• Oversee Master BOQ updates in response to ETS construction, design, or product specification modifications, as well as regulatory requirements.
• Keep a record of the Boq summary and comprehensive pricing, and manage and maintain the master Boq.
• Ensure all the relevant systems are updated in timely manner by removing archived products.
• Manage base design price, display upgrades (VBP and retail), and BOQs for display houses.
• Support with catalogue item modifications where required, under the direction of Procurement and Estimation Manager.
• Manage issues with price variations in accordance with the input from the procurement team and accounts.
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities to speed up the production of tenders by automating as much of the process as possible.
• Create and maintain VPB catalogue items and recipes
• Support & facilitate maintenance of Planswift templates, Databuild Recipes and macros and Framework VPB updates.
• Liaising with internal departments including accounts, sales, estimation and projects.

To be considered for the position you must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Appropriate qualifications in the building & construction management preferred.
• Strong residential construction knowledge with a minimum of 4 years' experience in a similar role
• Prior experience using Estimating software (i.e. Databuild, BuildSoft, Timerbline PlanSwift or similar)
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Have effective communications skills.
• A positive attitude and team player temperament
• Ability to prioritise and manage a multiple-tasks at the same time.
• Provide exceptional customer service and respond promptly to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.

Why join us?

More than a place to work, Rawson Group is a place to grow. Join our team and you'll be rewarded with benefits like these:

• Training in our systems and processes
• Access to our employee assistance program for you and your family
• Paid Parental Leave
• Optional 5 weeks paid Annual Leave.
• We're making the most of flexible working, driving strong digital collaboration and supporting our teams virtually and flexibly - work 2 days from home.
• Friendly, social and collaborative team environment
• Company Wide Reward and Recognition Platform, where points are redeemable for cash vouchers (Woolworths Vouchers or a Day Off)
• Recruitment Referral Program
• Discount on land purchases within the Rawson portfolio (usually $5K but dependent on the development)
• Discount on standard home builds for both Thrive and Rawson Homes (Build Cost at Tender plus 20%)

Everyone belongs at Rawson Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are key to realising our purpose of building better together.

At Rawson Group, we take great pleasure in promoting a culture of development, respect, and belonging. We acknowledge and celebrate our accomplishments and strengths, and we are passionate about our people and the communities in which we work and live. Rawson Group is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can flourish and reach their full potential.

We recognise all individuals, regardless of their gender, cultural origin, LGBTQIA+, disability, or neurodiversity and acknowledge that those from underrepresented groups may face unique challenges in the job application process. We encourage all candidates to apply - your unique experiences and perspectives is what makes us great.

Please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist if you have any accessibility requirements throughout the application process - we will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals to ensure a smooth application process.