Construction Estimator | Commercial Fitout, Retail & Hospitality | $110K-$140K + Super
Location: Canterbury / Bankstown Area, Sydney NSW
Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 + Super (Depending on Experience)
Employment: Full-Time | Permanenty
Industry: Commercial Fitout | Retail | Hospitality | Joinery

About the Opportunity
We are partnering with an established and growing commercial fitout contractor based in Sydney's Canterbury / Bankstown area to recruit an experienced Construction Estimator.
The business specialises in delivering high-quality retail, hospitality, workplace and commercial fitout projects, working with a diverse range of clients across Sydney.
Due to a growing pipeline of projects, they are looking to bring on a commercially minded Estimator who can take ownership of the estimating and tendering process, from initial enquiry through to successful tender submission and project handover.
This is a dedicated estimating position, rather than a combined Project Manager / Estimator role. The successful candidate will have a solid background in construction estimating, with a preference for candidates experienced in commercial interiors, retail and hospitality fitouts.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for commercial fitout, retail, hospitality and refurbishment projects.
- Review architectural drawings, specifications, tender documentation and project requirements.
- Complete detailed quantity take-offs, material measurements and cost breakdowns.
- Prepare bills of quantities (BOQs), scopes of work and detailed tender submissions.
- Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Estimate labour, materials, subcontractor packages, preliminaries and associated project costs.
- Identify potential cost savings, value engineering opportunities and commercial risks.




- Manage multiple tenders simultaneously while meeting submission deadlines.
- Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, project managers and senior management throughout the tendering process.
- Assist with procurement planning and ensure accurate handover of successful tenders to the project delivery team.
- Maintain estimating databases, supplier pricing and historical project cost information.
- Ensure estimates are commercially competitive while protecting project margins and profitability.

Experience & Skills Required

- Proven experience as a Construction Estimator, ideally within commercial fitout, retail, hospitality or interior construction.
- Strong understanding of fitout construction methodologies, materials, trades and associated costs.
- Experience estimating projects involving retail tenancies, restaurants, cafés, franchise fitouts, workplace interiors or commercial refurbishments.
- Ability to independently manage the estimating process from initial tender review through to final submission.
- Strong ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications and construction documentation.
- Experience completing quantity take-offs, BOQs, supplier comparisons and detailed cost estimates.
- Good understanding of subcontractor pricing, procurement and tender negotiations.
- Strong commercial awareness, particularly around cost control, project margins and identifying tender risks.
- Excellent attention to detail,



organisation and time management.
- Proficiency in Excel and relevant construction estimating software.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with project delivery teams.

Highly Regarded

- Experience estimating retail and hospitality fitouts for major brands, franchises or national retailers.
- Knowledge of Category 1 base-build and Category 2 fitout works, including cold-shell and warm-shell tenancies.
- Experience with custom architectural joinery, cabinetry, shopfronts and specialist interior finishes.
- Exposure to design-and-construct projects.
- Existing relationships with commercial fitout subcontractors and suppliers.
- Experience working with offshore suppliers or manufacturing partners.
- Background in quantity surveying, construction management or a relevant trade.

What's on Offer

- Competitive salary of $110,000-$140,000 + Super, depending on experience.
- Permanent, full-time opportunity with an established commercial fitout contractor.
- Strong pipeline of retail, hospitality and commercial interior projects.
- Opportunity to take ownership of the estimating function and contribute directly to the company's growth.
- Exposure to a variety of projects, clients and construction methodologies.
- Supportive management team with established project delivery and procurement capabilities.
- Long-term career development opportunities within a growing business.

How to Apply
If you're an experienced Construction Estimator with a background in commercial fitouts, retail, hospitality or interior construction, we'd like to hear from you.
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For a confidential discussion, contact Mathew Clemans at CGC Recruitment on 0423 812 285 or email [email protected].

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🏢 CGC Recruitment
📍 Sydney