Senior Estimator: National Tenders & Smart Bids

Hindmarsh; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive discounts at 400+ retailers

Flex Days and additional leave rewards

Birthday gift every year

Ongoing training and development

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Hindmarsh, based in Sydney, is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead pricing and cost planning for major tenders and ECI opportunities across NSW, ACT and SA. The role collaborates with construction and leadership teams to develop competitive bids that maximise win opportunities.

You will mentor estimators and cadets while supporting the continued development of estimating systems and libraries. This is a national pipeline role with Sydney as the base, offering exposure to diverse

Qualifications

• Significant estimating experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 builders.
• Experience pricing and cost planning for major construction projects (>$50M).
• Experience with Lump Sum, D&C and ECI procurement models.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pricing and cost planning of major tenders and ECI opportunities.
• Develop accurate, competitive tender submissions.
• Drive value management and identify opportunities to improve project outcomes.
• Collaborate with construction teams, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to develop robust bids.
• Provide cost advice during design development and align outcomes with budgets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and the wider supply chain.
• Contribute to tender strategy and help identify new opportunities.
• Mentor and support estimators and cadets, developing team members.
• Support development of estimating systems, processes and technology.

Skills

Major project pricing

Procurement models

Commercial negotiation

Estimating experience

Collaboration & leadership

Education

Degree in Construction Management or QS

Tools

CostX

EstimateOne

Bluebeam

Job description

Hindmarsh, based in Sydney, is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead pricing and cost planning for major tenders and ECI opportunities across NSW, ACT and SA. The role collaborates with construction and leadership teams to develop competitive bids that maximise win opportunities.

You will mentor estimators and cadets while supporting the continued development of estimating systems and libraries. This is a national pipeline role with Sydney as the base, offering exposure to diverse