Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

South Melbourne   

Industry:

Construction

Salary:

$ 180,000.00 - 240,000.00 Annual

Contact Name:
Neil Powell
Contact Phone:
0432 538 193
Contact Email:
neil.powell@fetchrecruit.com.au
Date Published:

09-Oct-2025

THE COMPANY
  • Leading tier 3 builder specialising in high spec commercial projects spanning government, education, sports & leisure  and other social infrastructure builds
  • Centrally located offices with good parking options
  • A great name in the industry in their third decade of operations.
THE ROLE
  • You will be a key member in the preconstruction team with the option to progress to Estimating Manager if desire, you will work alongside two existing Estimators, a Submissions Coordinator and report to one of two Directors
  • You will be running your tender with a high degree of independence, typically $10m - $30m in value
  • Interesting projects – no two are ever the same
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 builder gained over a several years within Australia
  • 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 or similar

THE BENEFITS
 
  • Stable company, strong subcontractor relationships and excellent name in the market.
  • Strong work/life balance
  • Salary packages from $180k through to $240k, 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
Apply Now

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