Estimator – Fit Out / Refurb Projects to $20m+

Amida Group; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 100 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Amida Group is seeking an Estimator to join our Sydney team. The role covers end-to-end estimating for commercial fit-out projects, from feasibility to final pricing, coordinating with pre-construction and delivery teams.

You will prepare detailed cost plans, review drawings and tender docs, and manage subcontractor pricing. This position offers a collaborative culture and clear career progression within a growing contractor.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or similar (preferred).
• 3–6+ years’ experience in an Estimator role within commercial construction or fit out.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and trade sequencing.
• Experience preparing competitive tenders and cost plans.
• High level of attention to detail and strong numerical skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with subcontractors and consultants.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Responsabilités

• Preparing detailed cost estimates for commercial construction and fit out projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation to fully understand project scope.
• Completing take-offs and pricing labour, materials, preliminaries and subcontractor packages.
• Preparing and issuing tender enquiries and managing subcontractor pricing returns.
• Analyzing subcontractor quotes, identifying scope gaps, exclusions and risk items.
• Assisting with early-stage feasibility estimates and cost plans.
• Providing value engineering options and alternative construction methodologies.
• Supporting the preparation of tender submissions, budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers and Directors during tender reviews.
• Maintaining accurate estimating records and cost databases.
• Attending tender meetings, site inspections and clarification meetings as required.
• Supporting handover of successful tenders to delivery teams.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of estimating systems and processes.

Connaissances

Strong numerical skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Formation

Degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying

Outils

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Estimator – Fit Out / Refurb Projects to $20m+

• Well-established commercial construction / fit out contractor with a strong project pipeline
• End-to-end estimating role across high-quality commercial projects
• Supportive, collaborative team environment with clear career progression

Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial construction and fit out projects with a respected and growing contractor.

Our client is working with a well-regarded commercial construction and fit out contractor experiencing sustained growth and a strong forward pipeline of work. Delivering projects across workplace, hospitality, retail and mixed-use sectors, our client is known for quality delivery, strong client relationships and a collaborative internal culture.

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team on a full-time basis. This role will suit someone who enjoys working across multiple tenders, collaborating closely with pre-construction and project teams, and contributing to successful bid outcomes across a range of commercial projects.

The Estimator will be responsible for preparing detailed cost plans and tender submissions from early feasibility through to final pricing, ensuring all estimates are accurate, competitive and commercially sound.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

Estimating & Tendering

• Preparing detailed cost estimates for commercial construction and fit out projects
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation to fully understand project scope
• Completing take-offs and pricing labour, materials, preliminaries and subcontractor packages
• Preparing and issuing tender enquiries and managing subcontractor pricing returns
• Analysing subcontractor quotes, identifying scope gaps, exclusions and risk items

Pre-Construction & Cost Planning

• Assisting with early-stage feasibility estimates and cost plans
• Providing value engineering options and alternative construction methodologies
• Supporting the preparation of tender submissions, budgets and cash flow forecasts
• Working closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers and Directors during tender reviews

Commercial & Team Collaboration

• Maintaining accurate estimating records and cost databases
• Attending tender meetings, site inspections and clarification meetings as required
• Supporting handover of successful tenders to delivery teams
• Contributing to continuous improvement of estimating systems and processes

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or similar (preferred)
• 3–6+ years’ experience in an Estimator role within commercial construction or fit out
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and trade sequencing
• Experience preparing competitive tenders and cost plans
• High level of attention to detail and strong numerical skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with subcontractors and consultants
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing contractor offering exposure to high-quality projects, a supportive team culture and long-term career development.