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 roleYou will take ownership of estimating and tendering activities across a range of commercial fitout projects, including:Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopesPreparing detailed estimates, trade breakdowns and tender pricingDeveloping subcontractor and supplier tender packagesManaging subcontractor pricing and carrying out detailed trade comparisonsUndertaking quantity take-offs and first-principles estimating where requiredIdentifying scope gaps, design issues, risks and commercial opportunitiesPreparing tender clarifications, exclusions, qualifications and value-management optionsWorking closely with senior leadership onbid strategy, positioning and pricingProducing high-quality tender submissions, proposals and supporting bid documentationAttending site inspections, tender interviews and client meetingsBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and clientsMaintaining an up-to-date understanding of subcontractor rates,



material pricing and broader market conditionsWorking with the delivery team to ensure a thorough handover following a successful tenderSupporting the wider team in identifying and converting current business opportunitiesThis 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 opportunity into a compelling submission.About youYou will ideally have:Demonstrated experience estimatingcommercial fitout and refurbishment projectsA strong understanding of construction methodology and how fitout projects are delivered on siteDetailed knowledge of the Sydney fitout subcontractor and supplier marketStrong relationships across key fitout tradesThe ability to interrogate drawings and specifications and identify missing scope or commercial riskStrong estimating, cost-planning and analytical skillsCommercial awareness and an understanding of what makes a tender competitiveExperience preparing professional tender submissions and bid documentationStrong communication and negotiation skillsThe confidence to engage directly with subcontractors, consultants and clientsThe ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneouslyA 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 team-oriented and experienced teamGain exposure to projects across NSW and nationallyWork directly with senior leaders and experienced project professionalsTake on genuine responsibility and develop your commercial careerJoin a growing business with strong client relationships and a solid project pipelineBe part of a practical, supportive and delivery-focused cultureThis 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