Senior Cost Estimator – Office Fitout (D&C)

ID Fitouts; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ID Fitouts is a specialist in design and construct office fitouts in Australia. The Senior Cost Estimator will manage estimating, budgeting, and tendering through sales to delivery, ensuring competitive and profitable outcomes.

You will review drawings, collaborate with design teams, prepare tenders with B.O.Q, and liaise with suppliers. A minimum 5 years' experience and strong buildability knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years estimating in design and construct, office fitouts.
• Qualified in your field.
• Strong understanding of buildability and value engineering.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to secure favorable terms.
• Proficient in reading architectural drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Estimating at preliminary and final design and construct stages.
• Prepare accurate, competitive estimates to meet client and internal stakeholder requirements and deadlines.
• Analyze drawings, specifications to prepare cost plans and estimates.
• Collaborate with design teams to influence the design approach for cost efficiency.
• Prepare and submit tenders, including bills of quantities and procurement schedules.
• Attend tender interviews and liaise with subcontractors for quotations.
• Manage multiple quoting tasks and time management.
• Review tenancy fitout guidelines and conduct risk analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical proficiency

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Relevant qualification in Estimating or Construction

Tools

Cubit

Procore

Microsoft Projects

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

ID Fitouts is a specialist in design and construct office fitouts in Australia. The Senior Cost Estimator will manage estimating, budgeting, and tendering through sales to delivery, ensuring competitive and profitable outcomes.

You will review drawings, collaborate with design teams, prepare tenders with B.O.Q, and liaise with suppliers. A minimum 5 years' experience and strong buildability knowledge are required.