Senior Estimator

Foundation Recruitment & Contracting Australia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package + performance incentives

Supportive leadership

Opportunity for career progression

Full relocation package

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary contractor in Western Australia is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead tender preparations and influence major project outcomes. This secure position requires proven experience, strong commercial acumen, and proficiency in estimating software. The role offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for career progression while contributing to a diverse pipeline of significant projects across Australia. Engage with supportive leadership and play a pivotal role in securing government contracts.

Qualifications

• Experience leading end-to-end tender preparation for construction projects.
• Ability to develop accurate cost estimates and pricing models.
• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, and contract documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tender preparation for construction projects.
• Develop accurate cost estimates, take-offs, and pricing models.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documentation.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to team development.

Skills

Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Estimator

Strong background in building and infrastructure

High-level proficiency in estimating software and Excel

Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Job description

Major government projects including defence, very selective bid targets, work on national projects rom Perth office, long term, secure contractor.

• Play a key role in securing major government projects across Australia
• Very selective bid targets that are aligned with company strengths
• Great package on offer including full relocation package

Are you a seasoned Estimator ready to step into a senior role where your expertise genuinely shapes major project outcomes?

Foundation Recruitment has partnered with a highly respected multi-disciplinary contractor delivering large-scale building and infrastructure projects across WA. With a strong pipeline of work and continued growth, they’re looking to bring on a Senior Estimator (Building) to play a key role in winning and delivering high-profile projects.

The Opportunity

This is more than just pricing jobs, you’ll be a strategic contributor, working closely with senior leadership to drive tenders, refine methodologies, and influence project success from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tender preparation for construction projects
• Develop accurate cost estimates, take-offs, and pricing models
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documentation
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to team development

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Estimator
• Strong background in building and infrastructure
• High-level proficiency in estimating software and Excel
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines
• Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

What’s On Offer

• Secure role with a well-established and growing contractor
• Diverse pipeline of major WA projects
• Competitive salary package + performance incentives
• Supportive leadership and clear career progression
• Opportunity to influence major project wins

If you’re looking to step into a role where your expertise is valued and your input directly impacts project success, this is one worth exploring.

Reach out to Jo Morrison for a confidential discussion.