Senior Estimator — Lead Tendering for Complex Builds

Euroline; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional paid leave options for work

Counselling services

Rugby tickets

Job summary

Buildcorp is seeking a Senior Estimator in Sydney to drive tender assessments, cost planning and competitive pricing through a strong network of subcontractors. You will prepare detailed cost plans and lead handover packages for successful bids, collaborating with internal bid teams and stakeholders to optimize programs and budgets.

You will work with an industry-leading team, focusing on high-quality, complex projects with opportunities for growth and development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating or cost planning with proven success.
• Strong network of subcontractors and suppliers in relevant trades.
• Ability to evaluate risk and opportunity in pricing assessments.
• Proficiency in estimating software such as Buildsoft or CostX.
• Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management and decision-making skills.
• A relevant qualification in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying or similar.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial tender assessments, evaluating all project aspects, risks and opportunities.
• Produce accurate trade break-ups and secure strong market coverage through your subcontractor relationships.
• Conduct regular meetings with key subcontractors to obtain competitive, accurate pricing.
• Prepare detailed cost plans for internal review.
• Lead the preparation of handover packages and budgets for successful tenders.
• Collaborate with internal bid teams on program, budget inputs, value engineering and alternate solutions.
• Support and coach estimators, contributing to team capability and performance.

Skills

Estimating experience

Cost planning

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Pricing analysis

Decision making

Education

Construction management

Engineering

Quantity surveying

Tools

Buildsoft

CostX

Job description

Buildcorp is seeking a Senior Estimator in Sydney to drive tender assessments, cost planning and competitive pricing through a strong network of subcontractors. You will prepare detailed cost plans and lead handover packages for successful bids, collaborating with internal bid teams and stakeholders to optimize programs and budgets.

You will work with an industry-leading team, focusing on high-quality, complex projects with opportunities for growth and development in a collaborative environment.