Intermediate Estimator – Commercial Construction

About the role

A well-established and growing construction business is looking to appoint an Intermediate Estimator to join its Sydney-based team. The company delivers projects across government, education, defence, justice, hospitality, civil and commercial fit-out sectors, on projects ranging up to $20M. It is seeking an estimator with 2+ years' experience who enjoys working hands-on with tenders, project scopes and accurate, competitive submissions.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and contribute to the end-to-end estimating and tendering process across multiple commercial construction projects.
• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and project scopes to establish accurate project costs.
• Carry out detailed quantity take-offs, measurements, cost plans and BOQs.
• Prepare subcontractor comparisons, supplier pricing and comprehensive tender submissions, and coordinate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Undertake site visits and measurements where required, especially on refurbishment and fit-out projects where complete drawing packages may not be available.
• Identify project risks, cost efficiencies and alternative construction methodologies.
• Work with the estimating team, Project Managers and Directors, and prepare tender clarifications, scope reviews and supporting documentation.
• Assist with complete tender packages so submissions meet deadlines.

Required profile

• 2+ years' experience in estimating within commercial construction, refurbishment, fit-out, civil or building services projects.
• Experience across government, education, defence, justice or commercial projects is highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, quantity take-offs, cost planning and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Comfortable working on projects with incomplete drawings and requiring site measurements.
• Proficient in Cubit and Microsoft Office; strong knowledge of subcontractor pricing and the Sydney construction market.
• Highly organised, commercially minded, able to manage multiple tenders and deadlines, and able to work independently in a collaborative team.
• Current driver's licence.

What we offer

• Salary of $120K-$140K plus superannuation (depending on experience).
• Attractive bonus structure.
• Wellbeing benefits including a state-of-the-art office gym and dedicated meditation spaces.
• Free parking and convenient access to Mascot train station, based in Alexandria.
• Regular team events and an annual overnight social trip.