Senior Estimator

Now Careers Qld; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Now Careers QLD is partnering with a respected commercial builder to appoint a Senior Estimator with strong D&C industrial and commercial experience. You’ll join an established pre-construction team, work from early concept through tender submission, and collaborate with in-house design to deliver quality outcomes on diverse projects across industrial & commercial sectors.

This role offers long-term opportunities with a growing builder, supported by an experienced Pre-Construction Manager and a

Qualifications

• Senior Estimator with D&C industrial and commercial experience.
• Experience with CostX or Cubit for estimating.
• Tendering and pricing from concept through to submission.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed first principles estimates and manage tenders from concept through to submission.
• Price D&C industrial and commercial projects by reviewing drawings, specs and scope.
• Assess subcontractor and supplier pricing and identify value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with Pre-Construction Manager and in-house design team to optimise outcomes.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies and support tender handover to delivery team.

Skills

D&C estimating

First principles

Tender management

Communication

Tools

CostX

Cubit

Job description

Senior Estimator | D&C Industrial & Commercial Construction Brisbane

Now Careers QLD is partnering with a highly regarded and established commercial builder to appoint a Senior Estimator with strong D&C industrial and commercial experience.

You’ll join an established pre-construction team of two estimators, reporting directly to the Pre-Construction Manager. With design completed in-house, you’ll have genuine involvement from early concept and design development through to tender submission, working alongside a team that is focused on delivering quality projects.

Why this role is worth a look

• D&C industrial and commercial projects
• Strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work
• In-house design and pre-construction capability
• Established estimating team and supportive senior leadership
• Genuine long-term opportunity with a growing builder

The Role

• Prepare detailed first principles estimates and manage tenders from concept through to submission.
• Price D&C industrial and commercial projects, reviewing drawings, specifications and scope.
• Assess subcontractor and supplier pricing and identify value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Work closely with the Pre-Construction Manager and in-house design team to optimise project outcomes.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies and support the tender through to handover to the delivery team.

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within commercial or industrial construction.
• Strong D&C and first principles estimating experience.
• Proficient in CostX or Cubit.
• Strong understanding of construction methodology, buildability and commercial risk.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tenders.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Estimator looking for greater involvement in the pre-construction process, working alongside an experienced Pre-Construction Manager and in-house design team.