Job Description
At INTREC, our difference is our people. For over 30 years, we've been delivering award-winning fitout, refurbishment and construction projects across Australia's Eastern Seaboard. As a privately owned business, we've built a reputation for quality, collaboration and long-term client relationships across a diverse range of sectors, including Health, Education, Government, Commercial, Retail and Hospitality.
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Due to continued growth, we're looking for an experienced Estimating Manager to lead our Queensland estimating function and play a pivotal role in securing major commercial construction opportunities across the state.
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This is an exciting leadership opportunity to work closely with our senior leadership team, shape tender strategy, and contribute to the continued growth and success of our Queensland business.
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About the Role
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As the Estimating Manager, you'll lead the Queensland Estimating team while driving the strategic approach to tenders, cost planning and submissions. You'll be responsible for pricing a diverse portfolio of commercial fitout, refurbishment and construction projects while ensuring estimates are accurate, competitive and aligned with current market conditions.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Leading, mentoring and developing the Queensland Estimating team while driving consistency, continuous improvement and best-practice estimating processes
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Reviewing tender documentation to understand project scope, risks and commercial requirements
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Preparing accurate tender estimates, cost plans and budget estimates
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Identifying and managing commercial and project risks throughout the tender process
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Working closely with senior leadership to develop winning tender strategies
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Collaborating with Project Managers, Procurement and Business Development teams to deliver high-quality submissions
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Monitoring current market trends, material pricing and labour rates to ensure competitive pricing
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Maintaining and improving estimating systems, databases and processes
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Reviewing project outcomes by comparing estimated versus actual costs to drive continuous improvement
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Preparing and presenting cost plans and commercial reports as required
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About You
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To be successful in this role, you will have:
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A tertiary qualification or trade background in Construction, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
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A minimum of 10 years' experience within the commercial construction industry
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Proven experience leading successful tenders for commercial fitout, refurbishment and construction projects valued up to $20 million
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Demonstrated experience across a broad range of procurement models, including ECI, Lump Sum, Design & Construct and Construction Management
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Demonstrated experience preparing detailed tender programmes and project-specific methodologies
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Robust proficiency using Cubit and Cubit Select
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Excellent knowledge of construction methodologies,



materials and labour costing
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Demonstrated ability to identify commercial risks and develop effective mitigation strategies
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Previous experience leading, mentoring and developing estimating teams
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
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A collaborative leadership style with a continuous improvement mindset
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Why Join INTREC?
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Join an award-winning, privately owned commercial construction company with over 30 years of success
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Lead a high-performing estimating team delivering diverse commercial fitout, refurbishment and construction projects
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Work closely with an experienced leadership team where your ideas and expertise are valued
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Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing national business
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Flexible and supportive culture that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement
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Tailored learning and development plans, plus a $2,000 annual external training allowance (post-probation)
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Annual salary reviews based on performance
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Monthly Construction Lunch & Learns
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$6,000 Employee Referral Bonus
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Access to our Employee Wellbeing Program and wellbeing initiatives
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Fresh fruit, healthy snacks and regular team events
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If you're a commercially minded Senior Estimator orEstimating Manager looking to make an impact within a growing national contractor, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Estimating Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Intrec Management
📍 Queensland