CGC Recruitment are partnering with a Sydney and Southern Highlands based construction and development company known for high-end residential builds and sensitive heritage refurbishments, and large-scale private homes. From landmark harbourside homes in the Eastern Suburbs to significant heritage properties in the Inner West and the Southern Highlands.
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead cost planning and tendering across a portfolio of premium residential, heritage, and large-scale development projects. This is a senior, client-facing role suited to someone who has estimated and closed out projects well in excess of $20M and is comfortable working with high end clients and projects
Key Responsibilities
Prepare detailed cost plans, feasibility estimates, and tender pricing across all project stages, from concept through to construction documentation
Lead the tender process: preparing tender packages, managing subcontractor and supplier pricing, evaluating returns, and negotiating scope and value
Develop and maintain detailed take-offs and benchmarking data across trades, materials, and project types
Work closely with architects, consultants, and site/project management teams to resolve buildability, sequencing,



and cost risk during design development
Track cost variations, escalation, and market movements across live projects, advising on risk and mitigation
Present cost advice directly to clients and senior management, including on high-value, high-profile builds
What We're Looking For
Minimum 8–10 years' estimating experience in high end residential
Demonstrated experience estimating and delivering projects with a value of
$20M+
Strong background across both new-build and complex renovation/heritage refurbishment work is highly regarded
Advanced skills in estimating and buildsoft, and strong Excel/cost modelling ability
Excellent negotiation skills with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants
High attention to detail balanced with commercial judgement on complex, high-spec projects
Robust communication skills and comfort presenting cost advice directly to clients and principals
What's on Offer
Senior role within a well-regarded builder and work on stand out homes across NSW
Work with a close knit team and join a company with a strong pipeline of work
Monday to Friday work
$150,000 to $170,000 + super
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📌 Senior Estimator (Australia)
🏢 CGC Recruitment
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