DSD is looking for an experiencedFitout Estimatorto join our growing Fitout team in Surry Hills.
This is a key position within the business, working closely with oursenior leaders to identify, price and secure new opportunities across the commercial interiors market.
We are looking for someone who understands that estimating is about more than producing a number. You need to understandhow projects are built, where the risks sit, where the market is positioned and what it takes to put together a bid that wins work.
You'll be involved from the earliest stages of an opportunity through to tender submission, negotiation and handover to the delivery team.
The role
You will take ownership of estimating and tendering activities across a range of commercial fitout projects, including:
Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes
Preparing detailed estimates, trade breakdowns and tender pricing
Developing subcontractor and supplier tender packages
Managing subcontractor pricing and carrying out detailed trade comparisons
Undertaking quantity take-offs and first-principles estimating where required
Identifying scope gaps, design issues, risks and commercial opportunities
Preparing tender clarifications, exclusions, qualifications and value-management options
Working closely with senior leadership onbid strategy, positioning and pricing
Producing high-quality tender submissions, proposals and supporting bid documentation
Attending site inspections, tender interviews and client meetings
Building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and clients
Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of subcontractor rates, material pricing and broader market conditions
Working with the delivery team to ensure a thorough handover following a successful tender




Supporting the wider team in identifying and converting new business opportunities
This is a hands-on role. While you will have the support of the wider DSD team, we want someone who is comfortable getting into the detail, picking up the phone to the market, challenging pricing, working through a difficult scope and helping turn an chance into a compelling submission.
About you
You will ideally have:
Demonstrated experience estimatingcommercial fitout and refurbishment projects
A strong understanding of construction methodology and how fitout projects are delivered on site
Detailed knowledge of the Sydney fitout subcontractor and supplier market
Strong relationships across key fitout trades
The ability to interrogate drawings and specifications and identify missing scope or commercial risk
Strong estimating, cost-planning and analytical skills
Commercial awareness and an understanding of what makes a tender competitive
Experience preparing professional tender submissions and bid documentation
Strong communication and negotiation skills
The confidence to engage directly with subcontractors, consultants and clients
The ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously
A construction-related qualification is desirable, butpractical fitout experience and genuine market knowledge are more important to us than the qualification on your CV.
Why join DSD?
Work from our Surry Hills office with a collaborative and experienced team
Gain exposure to projects across NSW and nationally
Work directly with senior leaders and experienced project professionals
Take on genuine responsibility and develop your commercial career
Join a growing business with strong client relationships and a solid project pipeline
Be part of a practical, supportive and delivery-focused culture
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Estimator who wants to build a long-term career within the commercial interiors sector.
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📌 Estimator (Sydney)
🏢 DSD
📍 Sydney