Senior Estimator: Lead, Innovate & Shape Estimating

RecruitNZ; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone

Laptop

On-site parking

Autonomy

Professional development

Job summary

RecruitNZ in Auckland seeks a Senior Estimator to own a newly created role within a growing specialist construction business. You will manage estimating opportunities from enquiry and drawings review through detailed costing, quotation and handover, with influence on how the estimating function evolves.

You will need 5+ years in construction estimating, with experience in aluminium/metalwork and steel fabrication, strong Excel skills, and a proactive, autonomous approach to improving templates,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction estimating, able to independently price complex projects.
• Experience in architectural aluminium/metalwork and steel fabrication.
• Interpret drawings and create accurate take-offs and costings.
• Strong commercial judgement on margins, scope and risk.
• Advanced Excel skills and use of digital estimating tools.
• Experience with AI in estimating is advantageous.
• QS/CM/Engineering or related qualification is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and detailed cost estimates.
• Price materials, fabrication, finishing and installation requirements.
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Identify scope gaps, commercial risks and tender qualifications.
• Protect project margins and recommend pricing allowances.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities.
• Prepare clear, commercially sound quotations.
• Review estimates and provide technical guidance to others.
• Support handovers of secured projects to delivery teams.
• Improve estimating templates, systems and workflows.
• Explore digital, automation and AI-enabled estimating solutions.

Skills

Advanced Excel

AI for estimating

Commercial acumen

Autonomous worker

Detail oriented

Education

Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Engineering or related degree

Tools

Excel/estimating software

AI-enabled estimating tools

Job description

RecruitNZ in Auckland seeks a Senior Estimator to own a newly created role within a growing specialist construction business. You will manage estimating opportunities from enquiry and drawings review through detailed costing, quotation and handover, with influence on how the estimating function evolves.

You will need 5+ years in construction estimating, with experience in aluminium/metalwork and steel fabrication, strong Excel skills, and a proactive, autonomous approach to improving templates,