Senior Estimator - Steel Framing (9-Day Fortnight)

Elite Steel Framing Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight roster

Career development and training

Exposure to residential and commercial

Job summary

Elite Steel Framing Pty Ltd in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. You will prepare accurate project estimates, review architectural drawings, and develop competitive quotes for steel framing projects, coordinating with sales, design and production to ensure timely delivery and cost accuracy.

The role offers a permanent full-time position with a 9-day fortnight roster, plus opportunities for professional development across residential and commercial projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator or Contracts Administrator in construction.
• Experience interpreting architectural and engineering drawings.
• Experience preparing project estimates, take-offs or tenders.
• Strong communication skills when dealing with clients and project teams.
• Staff management experience.
• Experience with steel framing, estimating software, or CAD is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret architectural and construction drawings.
• Prepare project estimates and quotations for steel framing projects.
• Analyse drawings and specifications to determine material and labour requirements.
• Manage inquiries received through the estimating inbox.
• Liaise with internal teams including design, production and sales.
• Assist with assembling estimates, proposals and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of estimating data and project documentation.
• Provide feedback on constructability and potential project issues.
• Review project contracts and specifications.
• Liaise with builders and clients regarding pricing and scope.
• Assist with variations, scope clarification and handover to production.
• Manage Junior Estimator.

Skills

Estimator experience

Contracts administration

Staff management

Client communication

Tools

Estimating software

CAD

Job description

Elite Steel Framing Pty Ltd in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. You will prepare accurate project estimates, review architectural drawings, and develop competitive quotes for steel framing projects, coordinating with sales, design and production to ensure timely delivery and cost accuracy.

The role offers a permanent full-time position with a 9-day fortnight roster, plus opportunities for professional development across residential and commercial projects.