Newcastle, NSW | Up to $180,000 + Super | Award-Winning Builder
Join an Award-Winning Team with an Outstanding Culture
Are you an experienced Senior Estimator looking to join a respected builder delivering high-end residential and commercial projects across Newcastle and the surrounding region?
We are seeking a talented Senior Estimator to join an award-winning construction team known for quality workmanship, exceptional project delivery and a genuinely great workplace culture.
With projects valued up to $30 million, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing and delivering premium construction projects while working alongside a collaborative, high-performing team.
The Opportunity Reporting to senior management, you will take ownership of the estimating process across a diverse portfolio of high-end residential and commercial construction projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and tender submissions.
- Reviewing architectural drawings, specifications and project documentation.
- Conducting detailed quantity take-offs and cost planning.
- Obtaining and assessing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Identifying project risks, cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions.
- Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams.
- Supporting tender negotiations and contributing to successful project outcomes.
- Working closely with the construction team to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to delivery.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Proven estimating experience within the construction industry — essential.
- Experience estimating high-end residential, commercial or a combination of both projects.
- The ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
- Strong knowledge of construction costs, subcontractor pricing and procurement.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong commercial awareness.
- The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines.
- Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive, organized approach and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
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- Salary up to $180,000 + Super, commensurate with experience.
- The opportunity to work on exciting projects valued up to $30 million.
- Join an award-winning builder with a strong reputation in the industry.
- A supportive, collaborative team with a genuinely great workplace culture.
- A varied project portfolio across high-end residential and commercial construction.
- The opportunity to make a real impact within an established and growing business.
- A Newcastle-based office with a strong local project presence.
