Job Description

Senior Estimator | National Specialist Builder Salary: $240,000 - $300,000 + Superannuation Location: Richmond

About the Business

Randstad has partnered with a highly respected, award-winning National Specialist Builder that constructs major projects up to $100M across Australia. Backed by a 50+ year track record, this business has built an exceptional reputation delivering complex projects for some of Australia's most recognisable brands.

The Role

As a Senior Estimator, you will serve as a pivotal technical leader within the estimating department, driving commercial success and championing accuracy across high-value tenders.

Key Responsibilities

- Produce accurate, competitive, and high-quality construction cost estimates independently.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.
- Manage medium-to-high complexity and high-value tenders end-to-end.
- Drive value-engineering initiatives to optimise project outcomes.
- Ensure every bid is commercially robust, risk-aware, and structured to secure profitable work.

Requirements

- Experience: 10+ years of proven experience as a Commercial Construction Estimator.
- Sector Expertise: Commercial and Retail project experience is essential.
- Software: Demonstrated proficiency with Cubit, Cubit Select, and Buildsoft.
- Qualifications: Tertiary degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and local building regulations.
- Skills: Advanced analytical, mathematical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Eligibility: Full, unlimited working rights in Australia.

Perks & Benefits

- Financial Security: Top-of-market salary with lucrative profit-sharing/bonus potential + company-provided income protection.
- Generous Leave: Birthday leave, parental leave, and options for additional annual leave.
- Career Growth & Culture:



Personalised leadership pathways within a flat, zero-ego leadership structure.
- Lifestyle & Wellbeing: Flexible work arrangements, holistic mental health programs, paid volunteer leave, and an active social calendar (awards nights, sports events, and project milestones).

About the Employer

Randstad has partnered with a highly respected, award-winning National Specialist Builder that constructs major projects up to $100M across Australia. Backed by a 50+ year track record, this business has built an exceptional reputation delivering complex projects for some of Australia's most recognisable brands.

About the Candidate

- Experience: 10+ years of proven experience as a Commercial Construction Estimator.
- Sector Expertise: Commercial and Retail project experience is essential.
- Software: Demonstrated proficiency with Cubit, Cubit Select, and Buildsoft.
- Qualifications: Tertiary degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and local building regulations.
- Skills: Advanced analytical, mathematical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Eligibility: Full, unlimited working rights in Australia.

Work Environment

- Financial Security: Top-of-market salary with lucrative profit-sharing/bonus potential + company-provided income protection.
- Generous Leave: Birthday leave, parental leave, and options for additional annual leave.
- Growth opportunities & Culture: Personalised leadership pathways within a flat, zero-ego leadership structure.
- Lifestyle & Wellbeing: Flexible work arrangements, holistic mental health programs, paid volunteer leave, and an active social calendar (awards nights, sports events, and project milestones).

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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