Estimator (South West Sydney)

Design & Build Recruitment; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 100 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Free onsite parking

Long-term career progression

Résumé du poste

Design & Build Recruitment is seeking an Estimator for Commercial Joinery to support the busy Sydney market and interstate expansion. The role focuses on end-to-end estimating for bespoke joinery projects, reviewing drawings, pricing materials and labour, and coordinating with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure accurate project quotes.

The candidate should have 1–2+ years estimating experience in commercial joinery or construction, with strong cost understanding, attention to detail,

Qualifications

• Previous experience in estimating within the commercial construction or commercial joinery sector.
• Ideally 1–2+ years' estimating experience, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of pricing responsibilities.
• Commercial joinery experience is highly regarded, particularly across government, medical, education, corporate office, and workplace projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial project costs, material requirements, manufacturing processes, and interpreting architectural drawings and technical specifications.
• Confident communicator with strong attention to detail, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage pricing discussions, address challenges, and stand by estimating decisions.
• Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable working in a busy environment where accuracy, accountability, and efficient communication are essential.

Responsabilités

• Manage the estimating process for bespoke commercial joinery projects, including reviewing drawings, preparing take-offs, calculating material and labour costs, and producing accurate project estimates.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project scopes to identify potential risks, assess buildability, and ensure all joinery requirements are captured accurately.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, internal manufacturing teams, and installers to confirm pricing, material requirements, production costs, and installation allowances.
• Work closely with the Estimating Manager, Business Development Manager, and wider operations team to assess upcoming opportunities, prepare quotations, and support successful project delivery.
• Maintain accurate costings, job reporting, and estimating records while managing competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment where every project is different.

Connaissances

Estimating

Joinery knowledge

Communication

Description du poste

Estimator – Commercial Joinery A well-established commercial joinery business is continuing to expand as its workload increases across Sydney and interstate markets. With over 20 years of industry experience, the business specialises exclusively in commercial joinery, manufacturing bespoke joinery solutions for government, medical, education, and corporate office projects.

Estimator – Commercial Joinery A well-established commercial joinery business is continuing to expand as its workload increases across Sydney and interstate markets. With over 20 years of industry experience, the business specialises exclusively in commercial joinery, manufacturing bespoke joinery solutions for government, medical, education, and corporate office projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the estimating process for bespoke commercial joinery projects, including reviewing drawings, preparing take-offs, calculating material and labour costs, and producing accurate project estimates.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project scopes to identify potential risks, assess buildability, and ensure all joinery requirements are captured accurately.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, internal manufacturing teams, and installers to confirm pricing, material requirements, production costs, and installation allowances.
• Work closely with the Estimating Manager, Business Development Manager, and wider operations team to assess upcoming opportunities, prepare quotations, and support successful project delivery.
• Maintain accurate costings, job reporting, and estimating records while managing competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment where every project is different.

About You / Requirements

• Previous experience in estimating within the commercial construction or commercial joinery sector.
• Ideally 1–2+ years' estimating experience, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of pricing responsibilities.
• Commercial joinery experience is highly regarded, particularly across government, medical, education, corporate office, and workplace projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial project costs, material requirements, manufacturing processes, and interpreting architectural drawings and technical specifications.
• Confident communicator with strong attention to detail, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage pricing discussions, address challenges, and stand by estimating decisions.
• Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable working in a busy environment where accuracy, accountability, and efficient communication are essential.

What’s On Offer / Salary Package

• Salary circa $100k–$120k + Super DOE
• Free onsite parking provided.
• Opportunity to join an established commercial joinery specialist with over 20 years of industry experience.
• Exposure to bespoke joinery projects across government, medical, education, and corporate office sectors.
• Join a business experiencing continued growth, with increasing project volumes across Sydney and plans for interstate expansion.
• Strong staff retention and a supportive leadership team that genuinely values its employees.
• Open, friendly team culture with regular morning teas, team lunches, employee recognition awards, and social activities.
• Long-term career progression opportunities, including the ability to develop into other areas of the business as your experience grows.

For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with Design & Build and our clients, please contact Emily Collins on 0468927246. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.