Estimator

Employer undisclosedRole managed by a recruiter

Prepare cost estimates, tenders, and quotations for commercial carpentry projects.

11 days ago ago

A$90,000 - A$120,000

Intermediate (4-7 years)

Full Time

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Office Full-Time

Consultants specialize in deep expertise across verticals such as architecture, mining, and manufacturing, sharing insights from design to project completion.
A proprietary 'Contractor Live' platform ensures contractors are job-ready and placed swiftly in frontline roles, enhancing efficiency.
The business operates like a high-performance project team with senior management deeply involved in recruitment delivery, emphasizing hands-on leadership.
Combines niche vertical coverage—such as MEP, rail, façade, and supply chain—with broad shared-market intelligence, offering a unique blend of specialized and general expertise.

Role

Monitor ongoing project costs and assist in post-tender negotiations where required.
Collaborate closely with project managers, site teams, and senior management to ensure budget accuracy and consistency.
Participate in tender reviews, value engineering, and cost-saving initiatives.
Contribute to continuous improvement in estimating systems, templates, and cost databases.
Prepare bills of quantities (BOQ), take-offs, and cost breakdowns.
Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to identify scope, materials, and cost requirements.
Assess project risks, exclusions, and opportunities to ensure competitive yet realistic submissions.
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing and maintain a database of trade rates.
Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates, quotations, and tender submissions for commercial, residential, and fit-out projects.

Minimum 3 years' experience in an estimating role within the construction or carpentry sector
Relevant tertiary or trade qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building, or a related discipline (desirable)
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
Exposure to a wide variety of projects across commercial, industrial, and bespoke residential sectors.
Proven ability to prepare and manage detailed cost estimates.
Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a collaborative team environment.
Excellent knowledge of materials, trade pricing, and construction methodologies.
White Card and current driver's licence preferred.
Strong understanding of construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel).