Senior Estimator

People8 has partnered with a well-established commercial and industrial builder to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of high-value Design & Construct tenders while working alongside an experienced pre-construction team—without the responsibility of direct reports.

You'll play a pivotal role in pricing diverse commercial, industrial and mixed-use projects, helping secure future work and contributing to the continued growth of a respected Queensland contractor.

About the Company

Our client is a well-established commercial and industrial builder with a reputation for delivering quality projects across Queensland. Known for its collaborative culture, hands-on leadership and strong pipeline of repeat business, the company delivers high-quality Design & Construct projects while empowering its people to make a genuine impact.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive tenders for commercial, industrial and mixed-use Design & Construct projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and documentation to identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering initiatives.
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier pricing, negotiate quotations and manage tender clarifications.
• Prepare detailed take-offs, cost plans and tender submissions using estimating software.
• Work closely with the Pre-Construction Manager and project teams to ensure successful tender outcomes.
• Contribute to procurement strategies, budgeting and continuous improvement across the pre-construction function.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within commercial or industrial construction.
• Strong Design & Construct (D&C) estimating experience.
• Experience pricing commercial, industrial or mixed-use construction projects.
• Proficiency with estimating software (Cubit highly regarded).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work collaboratively across pre-construction and project delivery teams.

What’s on Offer

• Brisbane-based senior estimating opportunity.
• Diverse pipeline of commercial, industrial and mixed-use D&C projects.
• Collaborative leadership team with genuine autonomy.
• Senior role reporting directly to the Pre-Construction Manager.
• Remuneration up to $150,000 (negotiable based on experience).

If you're ready to take the next step in your estimating career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or send your most up-to-date resume to Sign in to view email for a confidential discussion.