Estimator – Commercial Construction

Estimator – Commercial Construction

$140,000 – $160,000 + Super (Negotiable Based on Experience)

Work on landmark commercial projects, influence project success from tender to contract award, and build your career with one of South Australia's respected construction and project management companies.

Due to continued growth, we're looking for an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to join our team.

We deliver high-quality projects across the retail, industrial, commercial, sport & recreation, multi-residential and health sectors, earning a reputation for quality, innovation and integrity.

About the Role:

As our Commercial Construction Estimator, you'll manage the estimating process from initial enquiry through to tender submission and contract award.

Working closely with project managers, suppliers, subcontractors and senior leadership, you'll prepare accurate cost estimates, develop competitive tenders and provide the commercial insight that helps secure profitable projects.

This is a role where your experience, judgement and attention to detail will directly influence the continued success and growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Prepare detailed cost estimates, take-offs and tender submissions

·         Analyse construction drawings, specifications and project documentation

·         Source and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations

·         Prepare budgets, cost plans and pricing variations

·         Identify commercial risks and opportunities during the tender process

·         Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and project teams

·         Monitor current market pricing for labour, materials and subcontractors

·         Support negotiations and ensure a smooth handover to project delivery teams

·         Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information

·         Contribute ideas that improve estimating accuracy and tender success

Your "outside the box" thinking, solid planning and Estimating skills will be a huge asset in this role along with the ability to establish strong networking relationships.

This is an opportunity to work on high-profile projects with a respected South Australian Construction company known for quality delivery and a strong future ahead.

What's on Offer:

·         $140,000 – $160,000 + Super (salary negotiable based on your experience)

·         Genuine career progression with a pathway into Senior Management

·         Professional, supportive leadership with direct access to decision-makers

·         Flexible, non-corporate working environment

·         Genuine work/life balance

·         Exposure to diverse, high-profile commercial construction projects

·         Ongoing professional development and further education support

·         Modern estimating systems and collaborative work practices

·         A down-to-earth team culture that values initiative, reliability and long-term relationships

Forget lengthy recruitment processes—your first interview will be directly with the company decision-maker, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and learn about the business from the outset.

As our business continues to grow, this role offers genuine long-term career opportunities, with the potential to progress into senior leadership.

What You'll Bring:

·         Minimum 5 years' estimating experience within Australian commercial construction

·         Strong understanding of commercial construction methods and building regulations

·         Experience preparing competitive tenders and cost estimates

·         Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings and specifications

·         Strong procurement and subcontractor pricing experience

·         Proficiency with Excel, EstimateOne, Cubit, MS Project or similar estimating software

·         Excellent commercial judgement and attention to detail

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills

·         Degree qualification or equivalent industry experience highly regarded

·         Full Australian working rights

Great companies with strong leadership, quality projects and genuine career opportunities still exist—and this is one of them.

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity where your expertise will be recognised, your ideas valued and your career supported, we'd love to hear from you.