Estimator - remedial construction

Structial Building Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Structial Building Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking a full-time Estimator based in St. Peters, NSW. The Estimator will prepare detailed estimates for remedial construction projects, review drawings and specifications, and develop accurate budgets and tenders.

You will perform quantity take-offs, assess subcontractor quotes, and collaborate with project managers and site teams to support pricing decisions and successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating for remedial/refurbishment projects.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications accurately.
• Proficient with estimating software like Offsider and MS Excel.
• Strong communication with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity take-offs and analyze subcontractor quotes.
• Prepare budgets and tender submissions for repair projects.
• Collaborate with project managers and site teams.
• Update cost data to support pricing decisions.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders to clarify requirements.

Skills

Estimating

Remedial projects

Access planning

Quantity take-offs

Communication

Estimating software

Excel

WHs knowledge

Education

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Engineering

Tools

Offsider

MS Excel

Job description

Company Description

Structial Building Pty Ltd specializes in the repair and rehabilitation of existing structures and buildings for a wide range of clients, including strata bodies, real estate agents, commercial property owners, and industrial and infrastructure operators. The company employs a versatile workforce with strong construction skills, supported by experienced project managers and administration staff. Structial Building delivers complex projects in residential complexes and operational facilities such as mines, power stations, hospitals, and hotels, with a strong focus on understanding client needs and constraints. The organization maintains a culture of minimal bureaucracy, supported by clear, robust business systems that enhance project outcomes. Ongoing internal and external audits help ensure these systems remain relevant, effective, and consistently applied.

Role Description

This is a full-time, Estimator role based in St. Peters, Sydney, NSW. The Estimator will prepare detailed estimates for remedial construction projects, including reviewing drawings, specifications, and site conditions to develop accurate project estimates and access methodologies. Day-to-day tasks include performing quantity take-offs, obtaining and analyzing subcontractor and supplier quotes, and preparing budgets and tenders. The role also involves collaborating closely with project managers and site teams, assisting with tender submissions, and updating cost data to support pricing decisions. The Estimator will communicate regularly with internal stakeholders and clients to clarify project requirements, track cost changes, and contribute to the successful delivery of repair and rehabilitation projects.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Construction Estimating skills, including experience with remedial or refurbishment projects.
• Candidates should have good knowledge of all access types and equipment and be able to arrive at a well structured and workable access plan for tenders.
• Candidates should possess Quantity Take-offs skills, with the ability to interpret drawings and specifications accurately.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills for collaborating with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Relevant qualifications in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related discipline are beneficial but hands on relevant experience moreso.
• Experience in building repair, rehabilitation, or structural remediation is highly regarded.
• Proficiency with estimating software (Offsider) and MS Excel, along with strong attention to detail and analytical abilities, is preferred.
• Familiarity with industry standards, building codes, and WHS requirements is advantageous.