Estimator - Buildcorp

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

Job summary

Buildcorp’s Remedial & Façade team is seeking an Estimator to join our Sydney-based office. You’ll bring accuracy, commercial insight and technical capability to complex remedial and façade projects, collaborating with subcontractors and internal stakeholders to support competitive tenders.

This role offers a flexible workplace, ongoing development and exposure to high-profile projects, with a focus on safety, integrity and quality.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in estimating or cost planning with proven success.
• Strong network of subcontractors and suppliers in relevant trades.
• Ability to evaluate risk and opportunity in pricing assessments.
• Proficiency in estimating software such as Buildsoft or CostX.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial tender assessments, evaluating all project aspects, risks and opportunities.
• Produce accurate trade break-ups and secure strong market coverage through your subcontractor relationships.
• Conduct regular meetings with key subcontractors to obtain competitive, accurate pricing.
• Prepare detailed cost plans for internal review.
• Lead the preparation of handover packages and budgets for successful tenders.
• Collaborate with internal bid teams on program, budget inputs, value engineering and alternate solutions.
• Support and coach estimators, contributing to team capability and performance.

Skills

Estimating experience

Subcontractor relations

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Education

Construction management / engineering / quantity surveying degree

Tools

Buildsoft

CostX

Job description

For over 35 years, construction has been Buildcorp’s core business. We're proud of our award-winning projects, industry-leading systems, and long-standing partnerships built on integrity, quality, and trust. What sets us apart is our values-driven culture and genuine care for our people, clients, and community.

About

Buildcorp’s Remedial & Façade team deliver complex, high-quality projects that demand innovation, collaboration, and precision. We are seeking an Estimator to join our team who can bring accuracy, commercial insight and technical capability to some of the most challenging and rewarding projects.

You’ll work closely with a strong network of subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders and be supported by an industry leading team of remedial and façade industry professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete initial tender assessments, evaluating all project aspects, risks and opportunities.
• Produce accurate trade break-ups and secure strong market coverage through your subcontractor relationships.
• Conduct regular meetings with key subcontractors to obtain competitive, accurate pricing.
• Prepare detailed cost plans for internal review.
• Lead the preparation of handover packages and budgets for successful tenders.
• Collaborate with internal bid teams on program, budget inputs, value engineering and alternate solutions.
• Support and coach estimators, contributing to team capability and performance.

About you

• Demonstrated experience in estimating or cost planning with proven success.
• Strong network of subcontractors and suppliers in relevant trades.
• Ability to evaluate risk and opportunity in pricing assessments.
• Proficiency in estimating software such as Buildsoft or CostX.
• Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management and decision-making skills.
• A relevant qualification in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying or similar.

Your success is reflected in ours, so we are committed to being an employer of choice. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as different perspectives and ideas will deliver our long-term success. We will do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.