Senior Estimator

Design & Build Recruitment; Sydney; Vor Ort; AUD 108.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Design & Build Recruitment seeks an experienced Senior Estimator for its Newcastle-based client, an award-winning builder delivering high-end residential and commercial projects. You will own the estimating process, conduct detailed take-offs, review drawings, and manage subcontractor quotes to support successful tenders and project delivery.

The role requires proven estimating experience in construction, the ability to interpret complex drawings and specifications, and strong cost awareness.

Qualifikationen

• Proven estimating experience within the construction industry — essential.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of construction costs, subcontractor pricing and procurement.

Aufgaben

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Conduct detailed quantity take-offs and cost planning.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify project risks, cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Support tender negotiations and contribute to successful project outcomes.
• Work closely with the construction team to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to delivery.

Kenntnisse

Estimating

Tendering

Cost planning

Drawings interpretation

Client liaison

Jobbeschreibung

Newcastle, NSW | Up to $180,000 + Super | Award-Winning Builder
Join an Award-Winning Team with an Outstanding Culture
Are you an experienced Senior Estimator looking to join a respected builder delivering high-end residential and commercial projects across Newcastle and the surrounding region?
We are seeking a talented Senior Estimatorto join an award-winning construction team known for quality workmanship, exceptional project delivery and a genuinely great workplace culture.

With projects valued up to $30 million, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing and delivering premium construction projects while working alongside a collaborative, high-performing team.

The Opportunity Reporting to senior management, you will take ownership of the estimating process across a diverse portfolio of high-end residential and commercial construction projects.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Reviewing architectural drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Conducting detailed quantity take-offs and cost planning.
• Obtaining and assessing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identifying project risks, cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Supporting tender negotiations and contributing to successful project outcomes.
• Working closely with the construction team to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to delivery.

Senior Estimator | High-End Residential & Commercial Construction

About You:
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven estimating experience within the construction industry — essential.
• Experience estimating high-end residential, commercial or a combination of both projects.
• The ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of construction costs, subcontractor pricing and procurement.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong commercial awareness.
• The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, organized approach and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to $180,000 + Super, commensurate with experience.
• The opportunity to work on exciting projects valued up to $30 million.
• Join an award-winning builder with a strong reputation in the industry.
• A supportive, collaborative team with a genuinely great workplace culture.
• A varied project portfolio across high-end residential and commercial construction.
• The opportunity to make a real impact within an established and growing business.
• A Newcastle-based office with a strong local project presence.