Stainless Steel Fabricator

Elite Staffing Solutions; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Scoresby location

Job summary

Elite Staffing Solutions in Scoresby is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a growing architectural industry team. The role focuses on preparing accurate estimates and competitive quotations across a range of architectural projects, with emphasis on aluminium, windows, doors, and glazing.

You will review drawings, calculate costs, and liaise with suppliers to secure pricing. The successful candidate will have strong estimating experience, excellent numerical and analytical skills, and the

Qualifications

• Previous estimating experience within architectural, aluminium, windows and doors or construction industry.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings and technical specifications.
• Established relationships with builders, developers and industry contacts would be a huge advantage.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand project requirements.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good computer skills and experience with estimating software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates, quotations and project costings.
• Review architectural drawings, plans and specifications.
• Calculate material quantities, labour requirements and associated costs.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing.
• Work closely with sales, production and project management teams.
• Identify potential cost variations and project requirements.
• Follow up on quotations and assist with tender submissions.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and documentation.

Job description

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Estimator to join an established and growing business within the architectural industry, based in Scoresby.

This role will suit someone with strong estimating experience, ideally within architectural aluminium, windows, doors, glazing or the broader construction industry, who understands technical drawings, project specifications and the importance of accurate and competitive pricing.

The Role

Reporting to management, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates and quotations across a range of architectural projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed estimates, quotations and project costings.
• Review architectural drawings, plans and specifications.
• Calculate material quantities, labour requirements and associated costs.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing.
• Work closely with sales, production and project management teams.
• Identify potential cost variations and project requirements.
• Follow up on quotations and assist with tender submissions.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and documentation.

About You

To be successful in this position, you will ideally have:

• Previous estimating experience within the architectural, aluminium, windows and doors or construction industry.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings and technical specifications.
• Established relationships with builders, developers and industry contacts would be a huge advantage.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand project requirements.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good computer skills and experience with estimating software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.

What's on Offer?

• $100,000-$125,000+ super, depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent opportunity.
• Based in Scoresby.
• Join an established business within the architectural industry.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to develop and grow within the business.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must have unrestricted Australian working rights (no sponsorship available).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical.
• Drug and alcohol screening may form part of the recruitment process.
• Relevant employment references and background checks.