Joinery Estimator

Construction & Technical Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable career opportunities

Modern Auckland offices

Long-term project pipeline

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Construction & Technical Recruitment – Auckland is seeking an experienced Joinery Estimator to join the commercial team. You will prepare pricing for bespoke joinery packages and work with project managers, designers, suppliers and subcontractors through the tender process.

The role offers a stable workload with projects confirmed into early 2027, an Auckland-based office, and opportunities to progress within a well-established business with a strong reputation.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial joinery estimation or bespoke interiors.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed joinery estimates and tender submissions.
• Review drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Perform material take-offs and cost planning.
• Contribute to value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Liaise with clients, architects and project teams.
• Assist with project handovers after tenders.

Skills

Joinery estimation

Tender submissions

Cost planning

Pricing accuracy

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

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Construction & Technical Recruitment – Auckland, North Island

$120,000 - $140,000 a year

24d ago , from Construction and Technical Recruitment

Are you an experienced Joinery Estimator looking to join a well-established business with a strong reputation and a secured pipeline of work? An Auckland-based commercial construction and interiors specialist continues to grow, with projects secured well into early 2027 and additional opportunities continuing to come on board. Due to this sustained growth, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Joinery Estimator to become a key part of the commercial team. Working on a diverse range of high-quality commercial fit-out, hospitality, retail, education and bespoke interior projects, you'll play an integral role in producing accurate estimates and helping secure future work.

The Role

As the Joinery Estimator, you'll be responsible for preparing detailed and accurate pricing for bespoke joinery packages while working closely with project managers, designers, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working on technically interesting projects and wants to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate joinery estimates and tender submissions
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project documentation
• Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor pricing
• Material take-offs and cost planning
• Value engineering and identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Liaising with clients, architects, designers and internal project teams
• Assisting with project handovers following successful tenders

About you

We're interested in hearing from candidates who have:

• Previous estimating experience within commercial joinery or bespoke interiors
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and joinery construction methods
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness
• The ability to interpret architectural and shop drawings
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Excel

What's on Offer

• $120,000 - $140,000 depending on experience
• Secure workload with projects confirmed into early 2027
• Diverse and technically interesting commercial projects
• Stable, well-established business with an excellent industry reputation
• Supportive team environment and long-term career opportunities
• Auckland-based position with modern offices

If you're looking for your next challenge and want to join a business with genuine stability, quality projects and a great team culture, we'd love to hear from you.

Additional information

• Respected local contractor
• Pipeline of projects building up well for 2027
• Great package - $120,000 - $140,000 + Benefits (depending on experience) +Bens