Job Description

About The Business

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Design & Build has partnered with an established, reputable builder specialising in small to medium‐scale government projects (education, community, etc.) who is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team.

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- Trusted, small‐to‐mid‐scale head contractor with a long‐standing history and a robust culture of teamwork, integrity and hands‐on delivery.
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- Predominantly operating across live environments, restricted access sites and technically complex institutional projects (education, government, heritage).
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- Committed to excellence in estimating, tendering and early contractor involvement (ECI) phases.
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The Role

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As Estimator, your primary focus will be to deliver accurate, competitive and timely tenders for institutional work.

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- Leading the full estimating process from RFPs through to submission: reviewing drawings/specifications, quantity take‐offs, subcontractor pricing, supply/plant market checks, risk assessment and margin setting.
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- Preparing comprehensive tender documentation: cost plans, provisional sums, allowances, build‐up schedules, assumptions and clarifications.
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- Collaborating with design, commercial, operations and site teams to ensure alignment of scope, risk and constructability.
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- Analysing historical project costs and benchmarking for continuous improvement.
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- Engaging with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive and compliant offers, and negotiating pricing terms.
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- Identifying value‐engineering and cost‐saving opportunities without compromising quality or programme.
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- Ensuring continuous monitoring of tender pipeline, maintaining estimating records, and contributing to bid‐review debriefs.
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About You

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- A proven Estimator, with experience in new build, fit‐out or refurbishment projects.
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- At least 2 years' experience working for a Principal Contractor.
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- Highly skilled in quantity take‐off, tender cost build‐up and risk analysis in complex environments.
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- Comfortable working under tight deadlines with a strong track record of delivering successful submissions.
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- Commercially aware: you understand margins, cost drivers, subcontractor market dynamics and how to position bids competitively.
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- A strong communicator and collaborator, with the ability to work across teams and build relationships internally and externally.
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- A tertiary qualification in construction management, quantity surveying or building is essential. Membership of a relevant professional body is advantageous.
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Why Join

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- Opportunity to join a business with a longstanding and respected reputation in institutional markets.
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- Work on technically interesting projects in live and sensitive environments.
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- Strong support and flat structure – you'll be visible, valued and able to grow your career.
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- Competitive salary and benefits aligned with experience.
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For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B; and our clients, please contact Denise Kostoulias on (03) 8535 3100 or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.

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Thanks for your consideration.

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📌 Estimator (Victoria)
🏢 Design And Build Recruitment
📍 Victoria