Construction Estimator — Tender & Costing Specialist (Cairns)

HR Partners; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad are partnering with a leading provider of construction and strategic building maintenance services for the Queensland Government. An Estimator is required in Cairns to prepare accurate cost estimates and tender documentation for procurement, working with trades, supervisors and managers. You will develop scopes of work for minor to medium projects, price labour, materials and equipment, and ensure client requirements are met while maintaining WHS standards and project profitability.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications or significant trade experience (Carpentry or similar).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel and Word) and estimation software.
• Strong analytical, technical estimating and communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of WHS principles.
• Current Open Class C Driver’s Licence (Queensland) and willingness to travel across SEQ.

Responsibilities

• Project Estimation: Develop and deliver accurate cost estimates and comprehensive scopes of work for construction projects.
• Documentation: Produce tender/pricing-ready documentation and fee proposals.
• Financial Breakdown: Provide detailed pricing for labour, materials, and equipment.
• Collaboration: Liaise with trade staff, supervisors, and managers to align planning with profitability and client satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Estimating expertise

Oral & written communication

Project collaboration

Education

Carpentry or similar

Tools

CostX

MS Office

Job description

Randstad are partnering with a leading provider of construction and strategic building maintenance services for the Queensland Government. An Estimator is required in Cairns to prepare accurate cost estimates and tender documentation for procurement, working with trades, supervisors and managers. You will develop scopes of work for minor to medium projects, price labour, materials and equipment, and ensure client requirements are met while maintaining WHS standards and project profitability.