Senior Estimator: Lead $50M+ Tenders & Cost Plans

HIR Talent Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

HIR Talent partners with an established commercial construction contractor to appoint a Senior Estimator to their Sydney team. The role offers the chance to own complex tenders and cost planning across a diverse project portfolio within a collaborative, supportive environment.

You will lead detailed tenders up to $50M+, develop tender strategies, price complex projects, build strong subcontractor relationships, identify risks, and prepare ECI and feasibility cost plans while mentoring junior

Qualifications

• 10+ years estimating experience in commercial construction.
• Proven track record with complex tenders up to $50M.
• Experience with cost planning for $50M+ projects.
• Background across commercial; hospitality, health, education, retail or similar sectors.
• Strong commercial judgment and understanding of construction costs.
• Proficient in Cubit / Cubit Select or similar estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed tenders and cost plans for projects up to $50M+.
• Develop tender strategies with a strong commercial focus.
• Price complex, staged and live-environment projects.
• Build and maintain strong subcontractor relationships.
• Identify project risks and ensure accurate pricing.
• Prepare ECI and feasibility-stage cost plans.
• Mentor and support junior estimating team members.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Cost Planning

Subcontractor Relationships

Stakeholder Management

Cubit software

Education

Construction Management Degree

Quantity Surveying Degree

Engineering Degree

Tools

Cubit / Cubit Select

Job description

HIR Talent partners with an established commercial construction contractor to appoint a Senior Estimator to their Sydney team. The role offers the chance to own complex tenders and cost planning across a diverse project portfolio within a collaborative, supportive environment.

You will lead detailed tenders up to $50M+, develop tender strategies, price complex projects, build strong subcontractor relationships, identify risks, and prepare ECI and feasibility cost plans while mentoring junior