Senior Estimator - Refurb & Fit-Out Lead

Euroline; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional paid leave

Counselling services

Buildcorp Foundation volunteering

Rugby tickets

Job summary

Buildcorp’s Fit-Out and refurbishment team seeks experienced Estimator and Senior Estimator to deliver precise tenders and robust cost plans for high-quality projects. You will work with subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders, driving accurate pricing and value engineering opportunities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and commercial insight within a supportive team environment, with a focus on career development and industry-leading practices.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in estimating or cost planning.

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

Subcontractor network

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Education

Construction management or QS qualification

Tools

Buildsoft

CostX

Job description

Buildcorp’s Fit-Out and refurbishment team seeks experienced Estimator and Senior Estimator to deliver precise tenders and robust cost plans for high-quality projects. You will work with subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders, driving accurate pricing and value engineering opportunities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and commercial insight within a supportive team environment, with a focus on career development and industry-leading practices.