Commercial Fit-Out Estimator | Tender & Cost Planning

Aurex; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurex is seeking an Estimator to join our integrated workplace advisory and fitout team in Sydney. You will manage concept cost planning through to final tender pricing for commercial fitout projects.

Key responsibilities include reviewing drawings, preparing take-offs, obtaining supplier quotes, and detailing pricing assumptions. Strong numerical skills and Cubit experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting drawings and preparing cost plans and tenders.
• Solid understanding of fitout trades and subcontractor packages.
• Strong numerical skills and pricing accuracy.
• Ability to liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations and resolve queries.
• Experience in estimating software and software familiarity is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare concept estimates, detailed cost plans and tender pricing.
• Review drawings and specs, perform quantity take-offs and scope checks.
• Obtain supplier and subcontractor quotations and check inclusions/exclusions.
• Coordinate input from design, pre-construction and delivery teams.
• Prepare tender submissions with clear pricing assumptions.
• Identify cost risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain estimating rates, templates and supplier relationships.
• Provide clear project handovers covering scope, budget and risks.
• Contribute to improvements in estimating processes.

Skills

Estimating experience

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Education

Construction management qualification

Tools

Cubit estimating software

Job description

Aurex is seeking an Estimator to join our integrated workplace advisory and fitout team in Sydney. You will manage concept cost planning through to final tender pricing for commercial fitout projects.

Key responsibilities include reviewing drawings, preparing take-offs, obtaining supplier quotes, and detailing pricing assumptions. Strong numerical skills and Cubit experience are preferred.