Production Estimator

NEX Building Group is looking for a Production Estimator to join the onsite team in Huntingdale, Australia. The company sits within the MJH Group family, which includes McDonald Jones Homes and MOJO Homes, and focuses on delivering end-to-end experiences for customers, from architecturally designed homes to financing options and multi-residential projects. With more than 1,300 employees and a history dating back to 1987, the group is pursuing growth while keeping people at the center of every project.

The role is offered in two ways: a PART TIME – 4 days per week on a 12-month contract, with the potential to extend, and a PERMANENT FULL TIME position at five days per week. It suits someone who enjoys turning plans into precise, ready-to-build estimates and who wants to work closely with internal teams and suppliers to keep documentation accurate and aligned with project scope. If you thrive on detail, planning, and contributing to residential construction, this could be a strong fit.

Along with a structured role, the opportunity comes with a broad set of perks and benefits, including memberships discounts and a pathway to purchase through the company’s brands. The group emphasises a supportive culture, diversity and inclusion, and ongoing development as part of its promise to employees.

The day-to-day of shaping project estimates

You will play a key part in setting projects up for success by delivering precise estimates and clear documentation. Working with internal teams and suppliers, you’ll ensure every job is accurate and ready for construction, analysing plans and contract documentation to maintain consistency, and producing detailed take-offs for materials, labour, and plant. You’ll also coordinate and manage document amendments before construction starts, issue purchase orders in line with supplier agreements, review supplier quotes to ensure full project coverage, and process invoices while reconciling costs. Maintaining project records across systems and supporting quality control by reviewing outputs and managing variations are also important parts of the role.

Must-haves for this role

• A minimum of two years’ estimating experience in a similar residential role or industry
• Solid understanding of the Building Code of Australia and BASIX requirements
• Strong computer skills with at least mid-to-advanced Excel proficiency
• Good ability to read and interpret plans and technical documentation
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality
• Practical understanding of building processes, materials, and costings

Nice-to-haves that could help you stand out

The posting doesn’t list additional nice-to-haves beyond the must-haves, but candidates who bring extra relevant experience or complementary skills may be considered.

Pay, benefits and practical details

Two work arrangements are available: a PART TIME – 4 days per week contract for 12 months, with the possibility of extension, and a PERMANENT FULL TIME position at five days per week. The role is onsite in Huntingdale, AU, and the company notes an attractive remuneration package. Perks include discounts on building a home with the company’s brands after a qualifying period, income protection insurance fully funded by NEX (covering up to two years at 75% of base salary if illness or injury occurs), the option to purchase up to two extra weeks of leave each year, and paid parental leave (12 weeks for the primary carer and 4 weeks for the secondary carer). Employees also receive discounts on gym memberships (Fitness Passport), motor vehicles (Mitsubishi), home appliances, energy, health insurance and more, plus access to wellbeing programs and ongoing professional development. The company supports diversity and inclusion, offers an employee assistance program, and participates in industry memberships. The appointment may require satisfactory employment screening, potentially including a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical.

Tips to help you stand out in this process

Lead your resume with evidence of at least two years’ estimating experience in a similar role and industry, plus your ability to read plans and interpret technical documentation, and your proficiency with Excel.

Show concrete examples that prove you can produce detailed material, labour, and plant take-offs and that you’ve managed supplier quotes to cover the full project scope, while keeping meticulous project records and handling cost reconciliations.

Prepare to discuss a project where you delivered accurate estimates and how you coordinated amendments and purchase orders with suppliers, including how you ensured the documentation stayed aligned with the contract.

When you interview, consider asking about extension prospects after the 12-month contract, how the estimator role collaborates with internal teams and suppliers, and how BASIX and Building Code knowledge are applied in day-to-day estimating tasks.

How to apply

If you want to be considered, click the APPLY button. You can apply through the company’s site at nexbg.com.au or via LinkedIn. The Talent Acquisition Team asks that unsolicited resumes or approaches from recruitment agencies are not sent to the company, and they note that successful applicants will undergo employment screening, which may include a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical.