Senior Construction Estimator | Tier 2 Commercial, Industrial & Institutional

Position: Senior Construction Estimator Sector: Commercial, Industrial, Education & Retail

Location: Central Brisbane

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Opportunity

A premier Tier 2 commercial builder with a reputation for quality delivery and commercial stability is seeking a Senior Construction Estimator to join their head office team. Unlike builders locked into a single niche, this mid-tier leader boasts a genuinely diverse portfolio. Operating across major industrial distribution centres, primary and secondary schools, university campus infrastructure, and shopping centre redevelopments, they offer a dynamic pipeline of work ranging from $15M to $100M+ in project value.

This is a senior position working closely with the Estimating Manager, Commercial Director, and Business Development team. You will lead high-value tenders across hard dollar, Design & Construct (D&C;), and Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) procurement models.

Key Responsibilities

- End-to-End Tendering: Lead the complete tender process from initial expression of interest (EOI) and site visits through to bid submission and handover.
- First-Principles Estimating: Build detailed, accurate cost estimates from first principles across diverse asset classes (industrial slabs/portal frames, complex institutional services, retail staging).
- Scope & Trade Packages: Formulate trade scopes, generate Bill of Quantities (BOQ), break down packages, and manage the subcontractor tender invitation process.
- Market Engagement:



Leverage and expand an established network of local subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive, complete pricing.
- Value Engineering & Risk Mitigation: Identify constructability issues, drive Value Engineering (VE) initiatives to offer clients cost savings, and mitigate commercial risk during the bid phase.
- Subcontractor Evaluation: Conduct thorough trade comparisons, negotiations, and scope gap analysis to ensure seamless package coverage.
- Handover & Strategy: Lead handover meetings to incoming site teams and contribute to post-tender reviews and strategic win plans.

About You

We are seeking an astute commercial qualified with a track record of winning and profitably pricing diverse non-residential projects.

- Qualifications: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a trade background with equivalent estimating qualifications.
- Experience: Minimum 7 to 10+ years of local estimating experience with a commercial head contractor in Australia.
- Sector Portfolio: Proven history pricing projects across at least two of the key sectors: Industrial, Education (DET/BGA/Tertiary), or Retail/Shopping Centres.
- Contract Exposure: Strong familiarity with D&C;, Managing Contractor,



and Hard Dollar procurement methods.
- Software Proficiency: Expert knowledge of industry-standard estimating platforms (e.g., CostX, Cubit / Buildsoft, Candy, or Expert Estimation) and MS Excel.
- Commercial Acumen: Exceptional understanding of local market rates, escalation trends, sub-contractor capacity, and buildability challenges.

What's on Offer

- Diverse & Secure Pipeline: Immunity from single-sector downturns through a balanced mix of government, institutional, industrial, and retail projects.
- Competitive Remuneration: Highly lucrative package reflective of your experience level
- Work-Life Balance & Culture: Enjoy a stable, office-based role with realistic tender deadlines and flexible work arrangements
- Career Growth: Direct line of sight to an Estimating Manager / Bid Manager pathway within a thriving, well-capitalized business.
- High Win-Rate Team: Join an experienced, well-resourced bid team supported by dedicated design managers and cadet estimators.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Senior Estimator looking for project variety, commercial autonomy, and a respected Tier 2 employer, we want to hear from you. Click APPLY NOW or submit your CV and recent project win list directly to Tim Evans on [email protected]. For a confidential inquiry, call [0429 935 933](tel:0429 935 933).

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

📌 Senior Estimator (Brisbane)
🏢 Randstad - Construction, Property u0026 Engineering
📍 Brisbane