Project Manager / Estimator

Freelance Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership of projects

Diverse steel projects

Supportive team environment

Hands-on work culture

Professional growth

Job summary

Freelance Recruitment in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Project Manager / Estimator to lead structural steel fabrication projects. You will own projects from quotation through delivery, directly engaging clients and driving growth for the business.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in project management and estimating within steel fabrication or related industries, with strong drawing interpretation, commercial sense and collaborative workshop experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in project management and estimating in steel fabrication.
• Ability to interpret structural and fabrication drawings.
• Strong commercial understanding and technical knowledge.
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills.
• Organised, capable of managing multiple projects independently.
• Proactive and solutions-focused with accountability.
• Ability to work with workshop teams and management.
• Existing industry relationships and workshop experience valued.
• Prior workshop experience highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage structural and architectural steel fabrication projects from commencement through to delivery.
• Prepare accurate estimates and quotations, including material take-offs, labour and subcontractor pricing.
• Review drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Coordinate procurement, production schedules and delivery requirements.
• Liaise directly with clients, builders, engineers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Monitor project costs, progress, deadlines and profitability.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
• Develop strong relationships with existing and prospective clients to encourage repeat business and new opportunities.
• Work closely with workshop and management teams to maintain efficient project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Drawing interpretation

Client communication

Multi-project management

Workshop collaboration

Industry relationships

Construction knowledge

Job description

About the Opportunity

My client - based at Eagle Farm, is seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager / Estimator to join their established Brisbane-based structural steel fabrication business.

This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects from quotation through to delivery, work directly with clients and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

They are looking for someone with strong industry knowledge, sound commercial judgement and the confidence to independently manage projects, build client relationships and identify new opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage structural and architectural steel fabrication projects from commencement through to delivery.

• Prepare accurate estimates and quotations, including material take-offs, labour and subcontractor pricing.

• Review drawings, specifications and project requirements.

• Coordinate procurement, production schedules and delivery requirements.

• Liaise directly with clients, builders, engineers, suppliers and internal teams.

• Monitor project costs, progress, deadlines and profitability.

• Manage multiple projects and priorities, identifying and resolving issues proactively.

• Develop strong relationships with existing and prospective clients to encourage repeat business and new opportunities.

• Work closely with workshop and management teams to maintain efficient project delivery.

About You

• Experience in project management and estimating within structural steel fabrication, construction or a related industry (5 + Years experience preferred).

• Strong ability to interpret structural and fabrication drawings.

• Good technical knowledge and commercial understanding.

• Confident communicator with strong client relationship skills.

• Organised and capable of managing multiple projects independently.

• Proactive, accountable and solutions-focused approach.

• Ability to work collaboratively with workshop teams and management.

• Existing industry relationships and workshop experience will be highly regarded.

• Prior workshop experience highly valued.

On Offer

• An opportunity to work with an established and reputable Brisbane fabrication business.

• A varied range of structural and architectural steel projects.

• The opportunity to take genuine ownership of projects and client relationships.

• A supportive, experienced team and a practical, hands‑on working environment.

• The opportunity to contribute to business growth and develop professionally.

About The Company

Established Brisbane-based structural and architectural steel fabrication company servicing the commercial construction, civil infrastructure, mining, telecommunications and industrial sectors.

They specialise in the fabrication and supply of structural and architectural steelwork, delivering a diverse range of projects for builders, contractors and industry clients.

NOTE: Applicants must have full working rights for Australia to be considered for the position.

Due to the volume of applications received – only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.