Senior Estimator – Commercial New Builds (Hybrid)

Trifecta Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home up to 2 days

Strong career progression

Job summary

Trifecta Recruitment is partnering with a national builder in Melbourne to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator for the New Build Division. You will lead end-to-end estimating, tendering and cost planning for diverse Commercial projects valued up to $50M, collaborating with senior leadership to secure opportunities.

You will review drawings and tender docs, manage subcontractor pricing and identify value engineering opportunities, while mentoring junior team members and contributing to

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in a Commercial head contractor.
• Experience estimating Commercial new build construction projects.
• Experience across Industrial, Commercial, Retail or Government new build projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, structural trades, subcontractor procurement and cost planning.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage tenders from initial review through to final submission.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end estimating and tendering process for Commercial new build projects valued between $20M and $50M.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, tender submissions and budgets for upcoming projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender docs to identify requirements, risks and opportunities.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier enquiries, pricing comparisons and trade package assessments.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and develop competitive tender strategies.
• Collaborate with preconstruction, project delivery and senior management for accurate submissions.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Contribute to improving estimating systems and tendering processes.
• Provide guidance to junior estimators as required.

Skills

Estimating experience

Tendering

Subcontractor management

Cost planning

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Education

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Job description

Trifecta Recruitment is partnering with a national builder in Melbourne to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator for the New Build Division. You will lead end-to-end estimating, tendering and cost planning for diverse Commercial projects valued up to $50M, collaborating with senior leadership to secure opportunities.

You will review drawings and tender docs, manage subcontractor pricing and identify value engineering opportunities, while mentoring junior team members and contributing to