Project Manager and Estimator

Philippines
Permanent
Full-time

3 days ago
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Looking for Filipino (Philippines-based) candidatesJob Role: Project Manager and EstimatorCompensation range: $2,000 - $2,500 AUD/monthEngagement type: Independent ContractorWork Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 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 directly hire top 5% remote talent in the Philippines. You will be hired directly by the client, typically 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:Our client is a high-end architectural construction company operating across Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Eastern Suburbs, and Central Coast. They typically run 3–4 concurrent projects at any time, including major alterations and new builds, with around 95% of leads sourced through architects. The office team consists of the business owner, a General Manager/Senior Project Manager, a Senior Project Manager, a Finance Operations Manager and a bookkeeper.About the RoleOur client is seeking an experienced Estimator who can work in a hybrid capacity across Project Management and Contract Administration. The role will be mentored directly by the business owner.The successful candidate will manage the tender process end-to-end, converting won tenders into active projects, and support the wider team with contract administration tasks and project setup. There is also potential for the role to expand into construction-focused Executive Assistant responsibilities for the business owner.Key Responsibilities:

Manage tenders from start to finish using Cubit (Buildsoft) estimating software
Convert won tenders into new projects and set them up in Procore
Prepare subcontracts and hand over to senior team members
Run the tender period and estimating process through Cubit Buildsoft
Assist with Contract Administration (CA) tasks
Support scheduling — experience with Microsoft Project or Buildxact/OutBuild preferred
Potential to assist with construction-focused Executive Assistant tasks for the business owner

RequirementsRequired Skills and Qualifications:

Proven experience in construction estimating — essential
Proficiency in Cubit (Buildsoft) estimating software — highly preferred
Experience with Procore project management software — highly preferred
Experience or willingness to leverage AI to assist workflows and efficiency
Familiarity with subcontract preparation and contract administration
Experience in high-end residential or architectural construction
Ability to work autonomously and manage workload remotely
Strong written and verbal communication in English

Nice to Have:

Experience with Microsoft Project or OutBuild scheduling software
QuickBooks accounting familiarity
Project management or CA background in addition to estimating
Executive Assistant or construction administration experience

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
Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)

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