Construction Estimator — Tendering, Costing & Liaison

Global 360; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop

Fuel card

Job summary

C+M Build Group is seeking an experienced Estimator in Sydney to support projects from tendering through construction and handover. You will work with management to deliver accurate cost estimates and coordinate with project teams.

The role requires a construction trade qualification, 4+ years in estimating, and strong communication with clients, subcontractors and suppliers. A company vehicle and tools are provided as part of the package.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a similar Estimating position.
• Trade construction qualification or Red Seal-like certs (e.g., Carpentry Cert 3, Cert 4 Building Management).
• Strong analytical, time management and planning skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, partners and contractors.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and be solution-focused.

Responsibilities

• Represent the company at tender and site meetings.
• Review tender documents, drawings and specs to prepare cost estimates and submissions.
• Perform quantity take-offs from drawings and specs.
• Obtain and analyse subcontractor/supplier quotations and maintain records.
• Maintain project databases to meet KPIs, quality standards and budgets.
• Support handover of successful tenders to the project delivery team.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers as required.
• Support training and development of team members.
• Communicate with internal/external stakeholders and project managers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Planning skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Stakeholder management

Education

Carpentry Certificate 3

Certificate 4 Building Management

Tools

Prime or similar workflow systems

Job description

C+M Build Group is seeking an experienced Estimator in Sydney to support projects from tendering through construction and handover. You will work with management to deliver accurate cost estimates and coordinate with project teams.

The role requires a construction trade qualification, 4+ years in estimating, and strong communication with clients, subcontractors and suppliers. A company vehicle and tools are provided as part of the package.