Estimating & Contract Administration
Estimating & Contract Administration

We provide professional estimating, contract administration, and construction consultancy services supporting builders, architects, developers, trades, and private clients across residential and commercial projects.
Our focus is to bring clarity and control to project costs and delivery — from early budgeting through to tendering, contract administration, and ongoing cost management.
Valente Project Cost is built on hands-on experience across residential and commercial construction, combined with strong expertise in estimating and contract administration within the Australian construction industry.
We work flexibly across remote and in-person arrangements, supporting clients in Australia depending on project needs.
Estimating
Detailed construction cost estimates for residential and commercial projects, supporting budgeting, feasibility, and tender preparation.
Cost Planning
Early-stage and detailed cost planning to help clients control budgets, manage risk, and make informed project decisions.
Contract Administration
Support with contract management, documentation, and project administration to ensure smooth and compliant project delivery.
Tender Review
Assessment and comparison of subcontractor and builder tenders to ensure pricing accuracy and scope alignment.
Quotation Review
Review and analysis of supplier and subcontractor quotes to identify risks, gaps, and cost inconsistencies.
Take-offs
Accurate quantity take-offs from drawings and documentation to support estimating, budgeting, and procurement.
Variation Review
Evaluation of variation claims to ensure fair pricing, scope validity, and contract compliance.
Progress Claims (Desktop)
Desktop review of progress claims to verify claimed works against contract value and project status.
Cost Report and Cash Flow
Clear and structured cost reports providing visibility of project financial position, forecasting, and cost tracking.
With a background in architecture, business, and administration, Rodrigo Galan brings over nine years of experience in construction consultancy and estimating services in Australia, plus five years managing a construction company in Brazil. His career includes five years with a commercial builder in Perth, three years with a residential builder in Melbourne, and, since 2024, he has been working as a Quantity Surveyor. Rodrigo has collaborated with established builders across Victoria and Western Australia.
Rodrigo has developed a strong understanding of construction sequencing, project cost management, and contract administration, effectively combining technical precision with practical insight.
Through Valente Project Cost, he supports builders and architects in achieving accuracy, structure, and confidence across all stages of their projects.
We offer flexible pricing options tailored to your project needs.
Hourly Rate
Ideal for small projects, short tasks, or builder consultancy sessions.
Fixed Price
Perfect for full project estimates or ongoing contract administration work.
Contact us for a clear quote or hourly rate based on your project requirements, including our estimating services.
We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land and their continuing connection to Country, culture, and community. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.
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