Estimator

Construction Estimator | Commercial Fitout, Retail & Hospitality | $110K-$140K + Super

Location: Canterbury / Bankstown Area, Sydney NSW

Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 + Super (Depending on Experience)

Employment: Full-Time | Permanenty

Industry: Commercial Fitout | Retail | Hospitality | Joinery

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an established and growing commercial fitout contractor based in Sydney's Canterbury / Bankstown area to recruit an experienced Construction Estimator. The business specialises in delivering high-quality retail, hospitality, workplace and commercial fitout projects, working with a diverse range of clients across Sydney. Due to a growing pipeline of projects, they are looking to bring on a commercially minded Estimator who can take ownership of the estimating and tendering process, from initial enquiry through to successful tender submission and project handover. This is a dedicated estimating position, rather than a combined Project Manager / Estimator role. The successful candidate will have a strong background in construction estimating, with a preference for candidates experienced in commercial interiors, retail and hospitality fitouts.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for commercial fitout, retail, hospitality and refurbishment projects.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, tender documentation and project requirements.
• Complete detailed quantity take-offs, material measurements and cost breakdowns.
• Prepare bills of quantities (BOQs), scopes of work and detailed tender submissions.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Estimate labour, materials, subcontractor packages, preliminaries and associated project costs.
• Identify potential cost savings, value engineering opportunities and commercial risks.
• Manage multiple tenders simultaneously while meeting submission deadlines.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, project managers and senior management throughout the tendering process.
• Assist with procurement planning and ensure accurate handover of successful tenders to the project delivery team.
• Maintain estimating databases, supplier pricing and historical project cost information.
• Ensure estimates are commercially competitive while protecting project margins and profitability.

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven experience as a Construction Estimator, ideally within commercial fitout, retail, hospitality or interior construction.
• Strong understanding of fitout construction methodologies, materials, trades and associated costs.
• Experience estimating projects involving retail tenancies, restaurants, cafés, franchise fitouts, workplace interiors or commercial refurbishments.
• Ability to independently manage the estimating process from initial tender review through to final submission.
• Strong ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications and construction documentation.
• Experience completing quantity take-offs, BOQs, supplier comparisons and detailed cost estimates.
• Good understanding of subcontractor pricing, procurement and tender negotiations.
• Strong commercial awareness, particularly around cost control, project margins and identifying tender risks.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management.
• Proficiency in Excel and relevant construction estimating software.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with project delivery teams.

Highly Regarded

• Experience estimating retail and hospitality fitouts for major brands, franchises or national retailers.
• Knowledge of Category 1 base-build and Category 2 fitout works, including cold-shell and warm-shell tenancies.
• Experience with custom architectural joinery, cabinetry, shopfronts and specialist interior finishes.
• Exposure to design-and-construct projects.
• Existing relationships with commercial fitout subcontractors and suppliers.
• Experience working with offshore suppliers or manufacturing partners.
• Background in quantity surveying, construction management or a relevant trade.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of $110,000-$140,000 + Super, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time opportunity with an established commercial fitout contractor.
• Strong pipeline of retail, hospitality and commercial interior projects.
• Opportunity to take ownership of the estimating function and contribute directly to the company's growth.
• Exposure to a variety of projects, clients and construction methodologies.
• Supportive management team with established project delivery and procurement capabilities.
• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing business.

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