Estimator (Australian Client/Day Shift)

About Brainbox

Brainbox is different from every other BPO. It’s not just the amazing culture, strong brand, loyal customers, and talented staff - it is deeper than that. The Brainbox core value of ‘Always Be Kind’ is embedded in every policy, decision, and every day. We develop our people, and the Philippines management team is all Filipinos. Everything we do aims to provide people with a work culture that helps them improve every single day. From unlimited training to HMO benefits from day 1, we want our people to love what they do and become the best versions of themselves.

Purpose of the Role

We’re looking for experienced Estimator to support our growing project pipeline by producing comprehensive cost estimates for lifting, rigging, structural, and industrial works. This role is critical in preparing high-quality tenders and quotes, ensuring technical accuracy, commercial viability, and alignment with the client's safety and delivery standards.

Key Duties

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and formal quotations for lifting/rigging, installation, shutdowns, structural steel, and industrial works.
• Review CAD drawings to support tender packages, lift studies, installation plans, or equipment layouts.
• Issue approximately 5 high-value quotes per week, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and commercial fit.
• Interpret project scope documents, site measures, client specs, and drawings to confirm requirements.
• Develop BOQs/take-offs, labor hours, equipment selections, and subcontractor cost inputs.
• Coordinate with internal teams (operations, workshop, projects) for constructability, sequencing, and resourcing inputs.
• Source and evaluate supplier/subcontractor pricing and ensure compliance with Australian standards.
• Maintain estimating databases, templates, and pricing libraries for consistency and speed.
• Identify project risks/opportunities and include contingencies or alternative methods as needed.
• Support continuous improvement of tendering processes and cost models.

Systems and Tools expected

• CAD software (AutoCAD or similar drafting platforms).
• Microsoft Excel (advanced) and broader MS Office Suite.
• Estimating/tendering tools or systems (BlueBeam Planswift, etc.)
• Ability to work within internal quoting workflows and document control systems.

Requirements

Must have attributes

• Background in Mechanical Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
• Prior exposure to estimating / tendering / quoting work (end-to-end or support role) in an Australian-based company
• Knowledgeable with Australian codes/standards relevant to structural, mechanical, and industrial works (preferred).
• Experience producing CAD drawings for industrial, construction, rigging, or structural scopes is preferred
• Advanced Excel skills (high confidence with formulas, tables, data validation, cost models, and analysis).
• Strong analytical thinking and ability to interpret technical data and drawings accurately.
• Exceptional attention to detail—able to spot scope gaps, measurement errors, and risk items.
• Comfortable managing workload volume and deadlines (quote output expectations).
• Australian industry experience highly preferred (standards, suppliers, project environment).
• Collaborative, proactive, and aligned with a safety-first, client-focused mindset. 

Benefits

Perks

• Attractive and competitive salary
• Tenure-based and Performance-based incentives
• Paid time off
• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals
• Engagement and Recognition programs
• HMO on day 1
• Work-life balance with a 37.5h week and free weekends
• International career growth and clients
• Opportunities to travel abroad
• Modern air-conditioned offices, located along MacArthur Highway (easy public transportation access), near residences, malls, and restaurants
• Fun and inclusive working environment and great working culture
• Dedicated local support with local Management, HR, onboarding, payroll, and ICT
• Access to unlimited training and micro-competencies to advance your skills

This role is subject to a number of skills and possible online practical tests.

This position is an onsite role at our Pampanga office. Candidate must be willing to work on-site.