Senior Estimator – Defence & Infrastructure Proposals

Saunders International; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Additional paid leave

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive workplace culture

Years of Service rewards

Job summary

Saunders International is seeking an Estimator to join our dynamic pre-contracts team, working across Defence, Water, Energy, Resources and Industrial sectors. This role offers flexible working options with a choice of Rhodes, NSW or Perth, WA, and the chance to drive tender development from start to finish.

As an Estimator, you will review RFPs, develop BOQs, cost estimates and supplier packages, identify risks, and liaise with clients and subcontractors to secure competitive outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years estimating experience in construction or heavy industrial sectors.
• Strong understanding of construction methodology, cost planning, and subcontractor markets.
• Proven track record in estimation and winning large-scale projects.
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Autonomous working style - thrives in fast-paced pre-construction environments.
• Experience with P&L and/or business operations.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs and develop competitive, compliant estimates and proposals.
• Develop Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, scope breakdowns and supplier packages.
• Review tender documentation for scope gaps and risks; develop pricing assumptions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve outcomes.
• Develop pricing strategies with benchmarking and market testing.
• Support tender risk assessments and design development during ECI and procurement.

Skills

Estimating

Cost planning

BOQs

Tender development

Communication

Autonomous

P&L experience

Education

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Engineering discipline

Job description

Saunders International is seeking an Estimator to join our dynamic pre-contracts team, working across Defence, Water, Energy, Resources and Industrial sectors. This role offers flexible working options with a choice of Rhodes, NSW or Perth, WA, and the chance to drive tender development from start to finish.

As an Estimator, you will review RFPs, develop BOQs, cost estimates and supplier packages, identify risks, and liaise with clients and subcontractors to secure competitive outcomes.