EARN $120,000 to $160,000 pa + Super, Negotiable Based On Experience
Head Up the Commercial Division and Coach the Next Generation of Estimators
About The Company
Our client is a specialist construction estimating firm supporting subcontractors, commercial builders and quantity surveyors across Australia. They deliver accurate, independent cost insights that reduce risk and support smarter project decisions, underpinned by a practical, trade aligned understanding of how projects actually come together. Fast growing and highly regarded, they're building a genuinely supportive, collaborative team where experienced estimators are backed to lead.
About The Opportunity
This is a rare chance to step up. You'll prepare accurate, detailed estimates and tender submissions across a range of commercial construction projects, while heading up the commercial arm of the business and stepping into a senior, mentoring role within the team.
Reporting directly to the
Business Director/Owner
, your responsibilities will include:
Heading up and growing the commercial estimating arm of the business
Ensuring tenders are prepared and submitted accurately and on time
Supporting and coaching junior estimators as they build their skills
Analysing bid documents to identify risks and opportunities for client reviews
Preparing detailed trade breakups, bills of quantities and full tender submissions
Sourcing, negotiating and securing competitive supplier and subcontractor pricing
Managing tenders independently, from initial documentation through to final submission
Reviewing drawings and specifications,



including structural (concrete, earthworks), fit out and refurbishment scopes, to confirm documentation and define scope
About You
The successful candidate will have:
Excellent attention to detail and solid communication skills
A genuine desire to step up into a Senior Estimator role and grow with the business
Hands on experience using Cubit or CostX, essential (Cubit highly regarded)
Experience tendering on structural projects (concrete, earthworks) and/or fit out and refurbishment projects
3+ years' commercial construction estimating experience (or relevant trade experience for junior candidates)
A genuine trade background, highly desirable; candidates with strong trade experience but less estimating tenure will also be considered
Confidence managing tenders independently from start to finish; the depth of this experience will determine whether you're best suited to our Intermediate or Senior opening
What's in it for You?
A Genuinely Supportive, Collaborative Culture
where your input actually matters
Clear Career Progression
, with a real pathway into Senior Estimator/team leadership
Pathway to Profit Share
as you grow with the business
Immediate Start Available
Be Part of a Growing, Ambitious Business backed by an impressive national portfolio of builders and subcontractors
Builder Minded, Practical Estimating, where real world construction experience drives cost decisions, not guesswork
Exposure to a Wide Range of Projects, including Commercial, Residential, Fitout, Refurbishment, Education, Aged Care and more
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