Estimator l lntermediate l Commercial Construction

Randstad NV; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad NV's client, a National Commercial Builder in Sydney, is seeking an ambitious Estimator to join the estimating team. You will price projects from 500k to 30m AUD, work with a Senior Estimator, and bring 2–3 years of Australia experience.

This role offers a clear career path within a supportive, high-performing culture and exposure to a diverse range of projects. Join a team focused on delivering high-calibre tenders, with opportunities for progression and exposure to varied commercial

Qualifications

• 2/3 years working experience estimating for a recognised builder in Australia.
• Track record pricing projects valued over $2m.
• Good knowledge of local contractors and suppliers.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Price projects from $500k to $30m AUD.
• Collaborate with Senior Estimator and estimators daily.
• Hand over tender strategy to relevant parties.
• Ensure tender submissions meet standards.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Autonomous worker

Team player

Strong communication

Education

Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Building TAFe

Job description

A National Commercial Builder is seeking a talented new member, to their Estimating team. You will be working in a team of like minded individuals pricing projects from $500k to $30 million, this busy commercial builder has a full order book into 2027 and intresting mixed projects to price.

Their strategic approach coupled with high commercial acumen and ability to only pursue high calibre driven and ambitious staff has allowed them to triple in size in the last 5 years.

In NSW, they are an established name and Industry Leaders in their field of commercial New build, Fit Out and Refurb construction.

There employee's are dedicated and satisfied, continually being challenged and promoted in their performance.

If you are an ambitious Estimator with a thirst to work for a National Builder, this role and their name will be a healthy addition in your career timeline.

The Role:

With high commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills and a sheer passion for your work you will be required to work well autonomously, but also well within a team, communicating effectively with the Senior Estimator and other estimators daily.

Your experience will have been gained working for a tier 1 , 2 or 3 builder and ideally pricing on mixed projects for a recognised Sydney Builder over $2 million AUD.

Ideal applicants:

• Ambitious and focused to take the next step.
• 2/3 years working experience, estimating in for a recognised builder in Australia.
• Good knowledge of local contractors and suppliers.
• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or TAFE in Building.
• Track record with winning projects valued over $2m.
• Well presented & excellent communicator / negotiator.
• Thorough understanding of construction methods and standards for tender submission.
• Ability to communicate and handover tender strategy to relevant parties

Their approach to their work is based on a happy internal culture, their offices are large and spacious and Covid compliant with glass partitioning workspaces equipped with cutting edge technology. They want their staff to enjoy their identity by providing them with an airy and light environment to work in.

The energy and opportunity with this firm is abundant, promotions are very much encouraged, work life balance, staff outings to Melbourne cup, sporting events and family events are all part of the team you will enjoy and embrace.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.