Design & Build Recruitment – Sydney Hills District NSW
Our client is a well established custom homebuilder based in the Hills District. Due to an increase in work, they are looking to add an additional person to their Estimating team.
The business specialise in high-end custom homes and renovations on projects across Sydney. They have a very strong and well respected reputation in the industry, and we are working exclusively with them on this search.
The Role
This is a hands on estimating position suited to someone with solid
residential construction estimating experience
.
You will be involved in pricing projects from plans, completing take-offs, obtaining subcontractor pricing and ensuring estimates are accurate and commercially sound.
The role will have exposure across both
pre-construction/sales estimating and production estimating
, so experience across both areas would be highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare accurate estimates and tenders from architectural and construction plans
Complete detailed quantity take-offs and pricing
Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier pricing
Review plans, specifications and documentation to identify scope and cost requirements
Allow for labour, materials, trades and construction costs
Identify discrepancies, omissions and potential cost risks
Update estimates in line with design changes and revised documentation
Assist with variations and cost changes throughout the project lifecycle
Work closely with internal design, construction and project teams
Ensure estimates are thoroughly checked and accurately reflect project requirements
Our client is a well established custom homebuilder based in the Hills District. Due to an increase in work, they are looking to add an additional person to their Estimating team.
The business specialise in high-end custom homes and renovations on projects across Sydney.



They have a very solid and well respected reputation in the industry, and we are working exclusively with them on this search.
The Role
This is a hands on estimating position suited to someone with solid
residential construction estimating experience
.
You will be involved in pricing projects from plans, completing take-offs, obtaining subcontractor pricing and ensuring estimates are accurate and commercially sound.
The role will have exposure across both
pre-construction/sales estimating and production estimating
, so experience across both areas would be highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare accurate estimates and tenders from architectural and construction plans
Complete detailed quantity take-offs and pricing
Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier pricing
Review plans, specifications and documentation to identify scope and cost requirements
Allow for labour, materials, trades and construction costs
Identify discrepancies, omissions and potential cost risks
Update estimates in line with design changes and revised documentation
Assist with variations and cost changes throughout the project lifecycle
Work closely with internal design, construction and project teams
Ensure estimates are thoroughly checked and accurately reflect project requirements
About You
We're looking for someone with:
Previous
residential estimating experience
Experienced using estimating software such as Databuild, Cubit or similar
Experience pricing custom homes, renovations, extensions or similar residential projects
Strong understanding of residential construction methods and costs
Good knowledge of take-offs, quantities and subcontractor pricing
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction documentation
Experience with estimating/take-off software
Strong communication skills and the ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders
Only successful candidates will be contacted.
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📌 Estimator - Custom Homes (New South Wales)
🏢 Design And Build Recruitment
📍 New South Wales