Senior Commercial Estimator & Tender Lead

Complex Co; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Complex Co. is seeking an experienced Commercial Building Estimator to shape successful tenders and expand our commercial building arm. You will deliver accurate, competitive cost estimates and mentor the estimating team while supporting pricing across opportunities.

This hands-on role requires strong technical estimating expertise, sound commercial judgement, and the ability to lead pricing activities across multiple tenders.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in commercial building estimating.
• Experience leading complex commercial building tenders.
• Proven mentoring ability for estimators.
• Proficient with Benchmark, Bluebeam Revu, Excel and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates, budgets, and scopes for tenders.
• Review tender documentation to confirm scope, risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate site inspections to assess conditions and risks.
• Perform and review quantity take-offs using Benchmark, Revu and Excel.
• Prepare detailed cost build-ups, subcontractor comparisons, and pricing reconciliations.
• Analyze historical project data to support pricing accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Estimators and lead pricing activity.
• Maintain relationships with key subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Tender management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Tools

Benchmark

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Complex Co. is seeking an experienced Commercial Building Estimator to shape successful tenders and expand our commercial building arm. You will deliver accurate, competitive cost estimates and mentor the estimating team while supporting pricing across opportunities.

This hands-on role requires strong technical estimating expertise, sound commercial judgement, and the ability to lead pricing activities across multiple tenders.