You will assist with preparing detailed project quotations and tender submissions for Furniture Fittings and Equipment (FF&E;) across major hotel, Build to Rent and hospitality projects. You will work closely with our Senior Estimator and learn Furn-Niche's purpose-built costing systems and estimating processes. Our projects can be complicated. The right person will enjoy investigating the detail, working through large amounts of information and methodically bringing the complete scope together.

Key responsibilities

Reviewing architectural drawings, furniture schedules, specifications and tender documents

Finding the relevant information within large construction document packages and tender portals such as Aconex and Procure

Completing quantity take-offs and identifying missing or conflicting information

Preparing detailed quote requests for our China estimators and manufacturing partners

Obtaining competitive pricing from factories and local suppliers

Quoting custom furniture, joinery, fabrics, finishes and locally procured products

Building up freight, warehousing, delivery and installation costs

Working with our designers to understand layouts, materials and design intent

Working with project managers and installation partners to understand delivery requirements

Maintaining and improving our estimating database and costing templates

About you





One to two years of relevant experience or a capable graduate who is keen to learn

A relevant qualification in quantity surveying, construction management, architecture, engineering, interior design or a related field

Strong numerical ability and commercial awareness

Exceptional attention to detail

A methodical and diligent approach

The ability to read architectural plans, or a strong willingness to learn

Confidence working through large and sometimes complicated document packages

Strong Excel and general computer skills

Transparent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with estimating, quantity take-offs, construction documentation or tender platforms would be highly regarded but is not essential

About us

Furn‑Niche designs, manufactures and installs custom furniture and joinery for hotels and hospitality projects across Australia and New Zealand. Our projects include Mondrian Gold Coast, Elysium Noosa and Avani Mooloolaba, together with almost 100 Quest Apartment Hotels. Our Brisbane team includes estimators, project managers, interior designers and industrial designers. We also work closely with our long‑term Furn‑Niche China team, which coordinates factory pricing, manufacturing, quality control and logistics.

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📌 Graduate Estimator (Brisbane)
🏢 Furn-Niche
📍 Brisbane