Pre-Construction / Estimating Manager - ContractCommercial Fit Out & Refurbishment Builder
Immediate Start | Contract Role
We are a well-established commercial fit out and refurbishment builder looking for an experiencedPre-Construction / Estimating Managerto join our team on a contract basis, commencingASAP.
This is a hands-on role supporting the business through the pre-construction and tendering phase of commercial fit out and refurbishment projects.
You will work closely with the directors and project team to ensure projects are accurately priced, well planned and ready for a smooth transition into construction.
The Role Your responsibilities will include:
Managing and coordinating the pre-construction process from initial enquiry through to project commencement
Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, scopes and specifications
Preparing detailed project pricing, cost plans and estimates
Obtaining, reviewing and negotiating subcontractor and supplier quotations
Preparing and submitting competitive tender proposals
Identifying project risks, exclusions, variations and potential cost issues
Developing and reviewing construction programs
Assisting with project planning, procurement and methodology
Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers during the tender and pre-construction phases
Assisting with handover of successful projects to the construction team
Providing commercial and construction input to help ensure projects are deliverable and properly resourced
About You
We are looking for someone with solid experience incommercial construction, ideally acrossfit out, refurbishment or workplace projects.




You will ideally have:
Previous experience in estimating, tendering and/or pre-construction within commercial construction
Strong understanding of commercial fit out and refurbishment methodologies
Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural and services drawings
Solid subcontractor and supplier networks
Excellent understanding of construction costs and market pricing
Experience preparing construction programs
Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple tenders/projects
A practical, solutions-focused approach
You don't necessarily need to come from a traditional estimating background - we're open to experiencedProject Managers, Construction Managers or Site Managerswho have strong commercial and pre-construction experience and want to move into a more tender/pre-construction focused role.
What We Offer
Contract position with an immediate start
Opportunity to work with an established commercial fit out and refurbishment builder
Variety of interesting commercial projects
Direct access to senior management and decision-makers
Flexible working arrangements for the right person
Potential for ongoing work based on performance and project pipeline
Immediate start preferred.
If you are an experienced construction professional who enjoys the front end of projects -pricing, tendering, planning and getting projects ready for construction- we'd like to hear from you.
Additional information
Contract role
Fit out projects
ASAP start
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