- Tier 3 stalwart into their third decade – great reputation amongst diverse clients – government, institutional, aged care, private developers.
- High spec new build projects – generally in the $10m-$30m range
- They are expanding their team of Estimators to three due to increasing pipeline of projects in the 2025/2026 financial year
- A great opportunity for a commercial Estimator in their first third of their career to step up and price high spec tenders to $30m
- You will have the opportunity to mentored by the other Senior Estimators in the team, and the Director of Preconstruction, but must be able to work independently.
- ideal role for someone with a strong base level of Estimating experience to develop their skills to an advanced level.
DUTIES
- Sub-contractor selection and issue of tender documentation for pricing
- Attending client tender briefings and site inspections
- Sourcing best rates from suppliers
- Taking off quantities and preparing rated bills
- Preparing scopes of work
- Submitting requests for clarification during the tender process
- Chasing up sub-contractor pricing to meet deadlines
- Comparison and following up clarifications from quotations received
- Assist in preparing all required tender submission documentation
- Attend tender review meetings with management team
- Providing further information as requested once tenders have been submitted
- Preparing cost plan budgets from early concept stage drawings
- Assistance in the valuation of variations as required
- Providing further clarifications during the course of a project to clients & project teams
- Carrying out value management cost saving exercises
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- A solid base working within Estimating within a commercial or high end residential builder – you will have experience of running a full tender process independently dealing with commercial grade trades
- Good knowledge of commercial building methodology and an ability to interpret building plans and specifications
- Outstanding communication and relationship building skills – you must be able to maintain existing subcontractor relationships and develop new ones in time
- Experience in the use of Buildsoft Cubit, Cost X or similar
THE BENEFITS
- Exceptional management team that mentor and develop their staff – you will learn from the very best
- Handy offices with easy parking options just south of the CBD.
- Strong work/life balance
- Salary package in the $110k-$140k range, depending upon experience.
HOW TO APPLY
- Follow the links below and apply online, or:
- Email your resume direct to neil.powell@fetchrecruit.com.au
- For a confidential chat about this role contact Neil Powell on 0432 538 193
