Junior Estimator

About us

Sami Strategy Co. is a fast-growing start up organisation based in Melbourne, providing services that includes construction estimating, tender preparation and negotiation, contract administration and project management, tailoring to the unique needs of each client.

We partner with subcontractors, builders, developers, homeowners, and owners corporations to deliver projects with clarity, confidence, and integrity. We help our clients win work, reduce risk, control budgets, and meet deadlines so they can focus on what they do best.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an estimator with a few years behind them who’s driven and passionate about construction.

Because we're small, you’ll gain a range of experience. You'll carry your own tenders, deal directly with clients and builders, and see projects through past award. You’ll be working closely with our directors, pricing jobs to win, negotiating and also seeing what happens to that estimate once the job starts.

What you’ll be doing

• Examine tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to understand project scope, risks, to review mark-ups and detailed take offs by estimators
• Accurately measure and quantify materials and labour for detailed cost estimates
• Liaise and coordinate several offshore estimators/engineers and provide training as required
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and builders
• Learn the ropes of negotiating with builders to win projects for our clients.
• Assist with project coordination for tenders won
• Maintain relationships with suppliers
• Managing administration our project administration systems, templates and trackers

What are we looking for

Essential requirements:

• 2-3+ years’ experiencein residential or commercial estimating within the building and construction industry

• An understanding in construction methodologies, trade sequencing, and able to accurately interpreting drawings

• Excellent communication skills, with good time management and organisation skills to manage tasks efficiently

• High attention to detail, ensuring proposals and communication are professional and free from grammatical errors

• System and process driven, with a continuous improvement mindset

• Quick learner who loves a challenging, fast-paced environment and can keep up with a growing company

• Strong work ethic and a can-do attitude

• Current driver licence and own transport for site visits

Desirable requirements:

• Project coordination experience
• Bluebeam or Planswift user
• Structural engineering and detailed carpentry knowledge
• Formal qualifications in construction management, quantity surveying, architecture, engineering are welcome, but not essential.

Why join us?

• Be part of a fast growing start up organisation
• Broader scope than a large estimating team will give you - estimating, tendering, contract administration and project management
• Direct access to the Directors rather than layers of management
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Flexibility in the workplace
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A clear path to a senior role as the business grows

How to apply:

Submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and why you’d be a great fit for Sami Strategy Co.