Technical Estimator​/Architectural Technologist; Remote

BTDW — Technical Estimator / Quoting + Shop Drawing Pathway (Remote, South Africa)

Brisbane Timber Doors & Windows (BTDW) is a family‑owned joinery workshop with over 40 years of experience crafting bespoke architectural timber doors and windows. Based in Brisbane, BTDW serves builders, developers, and architects across South East Queensland and Northern NSW. Every product is made‑to‑order based on customer plans and designs, ensuring the highest standard of craftsmanship for all types of projects, including luxury homes, heritage restorations, and modern architecture.

BTDW specialises in custom timber products such as bespoke entry doors, sliding doors, bifolds, French doors, casement windows, increasingly popular arched doors and windows and heritage reproductions using various timber species and offering tailored solutions. Trusted by professionals, BTDW is committed to bringing unique architectural visions to life.

• Prepare quotes & estimates
• Perform accurate take‑offs
• Structure pricing in Excel
• Issue quote packages
• Track tenders & follow‑ups
• Clarify technical questions (RFIs)

Progression over time into:

• Shop drawings (AutoCAD / Revit / Archi
  
  CAD)
• Glazing/hardware schedules
• Technical builder/architect coordination
• Production documentation

• Read & interpret architectural drawings (plans, elevations, schedules)
• Perform window/door quantity take‑offs & BOQs
• Prepare accurate cost estimates & structured Excel pricing sheets
• Issue quotes & tender packages to builders
• Conduct follow‑ups & maintain tender pipeline discipline
• Identify missing information & raise RFIs/clarifications
• Update tracking systems for quotations, outcomes & time frames
• Learn BTDW joinery systems, glazing & hardware
• Learn Australian building & joinery terminology (training provided)

• Strong Excel (formulas, structured tables, logic)
• Drawing literacy (2D/3D interpretation)
• Basic construction understanding (openings, tolerances, levels)
• Clear written communication (builder/architect context)
• Commercial awareness (pricing, margins, timelines)

Highly advantageous (not required day one):

• AutoCAD / Revit / Archi
  
  CAD / Drafting
• Bluebeam / Plan Swift / PDF markup tools
• Bills of Quantities / Tendering
• Timber, glazing & hardware terminology
• Understanding of jambs, sills, thresholds, mullions, head heights
• Australian building joinery terms (jambs, sills, glazing, seals, hardware etc.)

All joinery‑specific knowledge can be taught on the job
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• Quantity Surveying (QS)
• Estimating (Construction / Fitout / Joinery / Cabinetry)
• Architectural Technologist
• Architectural Drafting / Revit Technician
• Shopfitting / Interior Fitout (Technical)
• Windows/Doors/Glazing (strong advantage)

• Detail‑oriented & analytical
• Comfortable with pricing logic & spreadsheets
• Confident reading drawings & resolving technical ambiguity
• Curious about fabrication, joinery & architecture
• Strong written English
• Self‑managed & reliable in remote environment
• Enjoys commercial follow‑through & structured communication

• Remote independent contractor (South Africa)
• Full‑time preferred (part‑time considered)
• Must overlap with Brisbane time zone (min. 3–4 hrs/day)
• Competitive in ZAR, aligned to experience
• Indicative range: R520,000 – R600,000+/yr (All levels considered – higher for drafting/shop drawing capability)

• Work from Home
• Architectural & bespoke work (not mass housing)
• Technical complexity & craftsmanship
• Long‑term stability & growth pathway
• Exposure to Australian premium residential market
• Training in joinery, glazing & hardware
• Opportunity for shop drawing progression

Email CV + short intro + any relevant drawings/take‑offs/quotes to: