Commercial Analyst

Quay-Clean; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Quayclean Australia is seeking a Commercial Analyst based in Melbourne to help turn client requirements into practical staffing and cost estimates for tender submissions. You will develop pricing schedules, analyse service requirements and support the financial information required for bids across cleaning, facilities and related services.

Working with our National Bid Manager, you will refine costing models, estimate labour and equipment costs, and contribute to competitive pricing strategies.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience in estimating, finance, commercial analysis, business administration or similar.
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, spreadsheets, data analysis and pivot tables.
• Good numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with financial information, costs and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain pricing models, cost estimates and tender pricing.
• Calculate labour, staffing, equipment, consumables and other operational costs.
• Analyze operational and historical data to support accurate and competitive pricing.
• Support the preparation and coordination of tender submissions.
• Work with operational teams, suppliers and stakeholders to gather pricing and service requirements.
• Attend site inspections and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and manage costs.

Skills

Excel

Cost estimation

Tender pricing

Data analysis

Budgeting

Education

Business/Commerce/Finance/Accounting degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Quayclean operates across some of Australia's most recognised sporting and entertainment venues, universities, commercial properties, healthcare facilities, retail precincts and public spaces. The Commercial Analyst role offers exposure to a variety of projects and an opportunity to develop your commercial skills within a growing national business.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, has strong Excel skills and is interested in developing their experience in estimating, pricing and tender preparation. Working closely with our National Bid Manager, you will assist with preparing cost estimates, analysing service requirements and developing pricing submissions for new and existing contracts.

About the Role

This role involves a combination of Excel-based costing, data analysis, estimating and tender administration, working alongside experienced commercial and operational team members. You will help turn client requirements into practical staffing and cost estimates, prepare pricing schedules and assist with the financial information required for tender submissions. This role is key in the preparation of accurate and competitive pricing for cleaning, facilities and associated services contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain pricing models, cost estimates and tender pricing.
• Calculate labour, staffing, equipment, consumables and other operational costs.
• Analyse operational and historical data to support accurate and competitive pricing.
• Support the preparation and coordination of tender submissions.
• Work with operational teams, suppliers and stakeholders to gather pricing and service requirements.
• Attend site inspections and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and manage costs.

About You

We’re looking for someone who may bring some or all of the following:

• 1–3 years' experience in estimating, finance, commercial analysis, business administration or a similar role.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, spreadsheets, data analysis and pivot tables.
• Good numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Confidence working with financial information, costs and calculations.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working with different teams and stakeholders.
• A positive, reliable and proactive approach to work.

Qualifications in business, commerce, finance, accounting or a related field would be advantageous but are not essential.

We also welcome applications from recent graduates or emerging professionals with strong Excel skills, numerical ability and an interest in developing a career in commercial analysis and estimating.

Location & Travel

The position is based in Melbourne, with occasional interstate travel to attend client sites and support tender activities. You will work primarily in an office environment, with opportunities to visit different client locations and gain an understanding of how our services operate.

WHY QUAYCLEAN

At Quayclean Australia, you will:

• Gain hands on experience in commercial bid development and pricing strategy
• Pursue growth opportunities nationwide
• Work closely with the Commercial team and senior leadership
• Access mentoring and a clear pathway to more senior commercial roles
• Be part of a team focused on winning quality contracts and driving growth

Quayclean is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all abilities, particularly First Nations Peoples, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.