Senior Estimator

Solutions+; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Solutions+ in Sydney is seeking an experienced Senior Tender Pricing professional to lead end-to-end pricing for large-scale commercial landscape tenders. You will work from first principles through to submission with autonomy to deliver strong commercial outcomes.

You will review drawings and specs, build detailed cost plans, negotiate with suppliers, identify risks and opportunities, and collaborate with senior leadership to win new work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience pricing large, complex commercial landscape or civil projects.
• Strong commercial instinct: margins, risk, and strategy.
• Ability to operate autonomously at a senior level.
• Confidence to challenge, influence, and make decisions.
• High attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tender pricing for major, high-value commercial landscape projects.
• Develop detailed and accurate cost plans across complex project scopes.
• Build tender strategies balancing competitiveness, commercial return and risk.
• Review drawings, specifications and project requirements to identify pricing considerations.
• Engage and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers for competitive pricing.
• Identify project risks, exclusions and opportunities throughout tendering.
• Challenge scope and explore value engineering to improve outcomes.
• Prepare clear, commercially sound tender submissions and meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, clients and delivery teams from tender to handover.
• Identify opportunities and help position the business to win.

Skills

Pricing large projects

Commercial instincts

Autonomy at senior level

Decision-making confidence

Attention to detail

Job description

At Solutions+ we create and maintain green spaces that make a real difference in communities and organisations. Backed by 30+ years in the industry, we bring experience, quality and pride to everything we do. We offer more than just a job; we invest in your growth. With ongoing training, career pathways, and a supportive team, you’ll have the opportunity to build a long-term career and be recognised for the work you put in.

The Opportunity

You’ll join a powerhouse team delivering large-scale commercial landscape tenders. Managing the process from first principles through to submission with the autonomy and trust to deliver it well. You won’t be tied to a box-ticking process. You’ll be expected to think commercially, challenge scope, spot opportunities and position the business to continue the current winning streak.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end tender pricing for major, high-value commercial landscape projects.
• Develop detailed and accurate cost plans across complex project scopes.
• Build tender strategies that balance competitiveness, commercial return and project risk.
• Review drawings, specifications and project requirements to identify key pricing considerations.
• Engage and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive, reliable pricing.
• Identify project risks, exclusions and opportunities throughout the tender process.
• Challenge scope and explore value engineering opportunities to strengthen project outcomes.
• Prepare clear, commercially sound tender submissions and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Work closely with senior leadership, clients and delivery teams from tender through to project handover.
• Contribute to business growth by identifying opportunities, strengthening relationships and helping position the business to win.

What will you need?

• Proven experience pricing large, complex commercial landscape or civil projects
• Strong commercial instinct, you understand margins, risk, and strategy
• Ability to operate autonomously at a senior level
• Confidence to challenge, influence, and make decisions
• High attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture

We’re here to help you grow, make an impact, and build a future you’re proud of. Join a team that values your ideas, supports your development, and recognises the work you put in. Be part of a team that brings the plus!