Peter Jacob Recruitment Pty Ltd – Newcastle NSWThis is an opportunity to join a well-established national commercial builder with a strong reputation for delivering complex, high-quality projects across Australia.With a healthy pipeline of work, a team-oriented leadership team and a genuine focus on people, this business has built a reputation as an employer that invests in its staff and promotes from within.
Their project portfolio spans commercial, education, health, industrial, government, and large-scale mixed-use developments.The RoleAs an Estimator or Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in the front-end delivery of projects, working closely with senior leadership, delivery teams, and subcontractors to develop competitive and commercially sound tenders.Key responsibilities will include:Reviewing tender documentation and developing bid strategiesPreparing detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimatesDeveloping and issuing subcontractor tender packagesAssessing subcontractor and supplier pricing to build competitive submissionsWorking closely with internal stakeholders to refine pricing and methodologySupporting bid presentations, clarifications, negotiations, and post-tender handoverPreparing feasibility estimates and early budget pricing where requiredIdentifying value engineering opportunities and commercial risksThe CompanyThis is an opportunity to join a well-established national commercial builder with a strong reputation for delivering complex, high-quality projects across Australia.With a healthy pipeline of work,



a collaborative leadership team and a genuine focus on people, this business has built a reputation as an employer that invests in its staff and promotes from within.
Their project portfolio spans commercial, education, health, industrial, government, and large-scale mixed-use developments.The RoleAs an Estimator or Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in the front-end delivery of projects, working closely with senior leadership, delivery teams, and subcontractors to develop competitive and commercially sound tenders.Key responsibilities will include:Reviewing tender documentation and developing bid strategiesPreparing detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimatesDeveloping and issuing subcontractor tender packagesAssessing subcontractor and supplier pricing to build competitive submissionsWorking closely with internal stakeholders to refine pricing and methodologySupporting bid presentations, clarifications, negotiations, and post-tender handoverPreparing feasibility estimates and early budget pricing where requiredIdentifying value engineering opportunities and commercial risksAbout YouTo be successful in this role,



you will bring:Previous experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within commercial constructionProven experience pricing medium to large-scale building projectsProven track record of successfully managing end-to-end tender submissions for construction projects valued at $25M+Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance competitiveness with project riskA methodical and detail-focused approach to tenderingStrong communication skills and the confidence to engage with internal and external stakeholdersThe ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlinesA proactive mindset with a genuine interest in winning quality workThe BenefitsJoin a nationally recognised commercial builder with a strong brand and established systemsWork on diverse and high-profile projects across multiple sectorsExcellent salary package tailored to your level of experienceLong-term career development and progression opportunitiesSupportive leadership team with a collaborative cultureStable pipeline of secured and upcoming workIf you're an Estimator or Senior Estimator looking for your next move and want to be part of a business with genuine scale, strong leadership, and quality projects, we'd be keen to have a confidential discussion.To apply, please click the apply now button or forward your CV in confidence to ****** contact Britt Bellon ******** ***Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.
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📌 Senior Estimator: Front-End Tender Leader For Large Projects (Newcastle)
🏢 Peter Jacob Recruitment
📍 Newcastle