Estimator - Commercial Construction

Estimator - Commercial Construction

Salary:

$130000 - 150000 / Year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

WA - Perth - WA 

Industry:

Construction

Reference:

BHS131026

Contact Name:

Beth Hampson-Smith

Contact Email:

bethany@designandbuild.com.au

Date Published:

13-Oct-2026

Design & Build has partnered with a WA-owned and established commercial builder seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team, based in centrally located Perth offices.

The business delivers a diverse range of fit-out, refurbishment and new construction projects valued up to $50 million, with a strong pipeline of upcoming work.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business with a great reputation, a supportive team and a genuinely positive office culture. You'll play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, working closely with internal teams, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver well-considered pricing solutions.

With plenty of work in the pipeline, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have the chance to make an impact and develop your career.

What's on offer?
  • WA-owned and established commercial builder
  • Centrally located Perth offices
  • Great office culture and supportive team environment
  • Team-building days and regular opportunities to connect with the wider team
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Diverse projects across fit-out, refurbishment and new construction up to $50 million
  • Strong pipeline of upcoming work
  • Full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary based on experience
Responsibilities:
  • Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for tenders and proposals.
  • Review drawings, specifications and project documentation to determine project scope, materials and resources required.
  • Obtain, review and assess subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
  • Coordinate tender submissions and contribute to bid strategy discussions.
  • Identify potential cost risks, savings and value engineering opportunities.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market rates, materials, subcontractor pricing and construction trends.
  • Collaborate with project delivery and commercial teams to align estimates with project objectives and budgets.
  • Ensure tenders are prepared and submitted accurately and within required timeframes.
To be considered for the role of Estimator, you must:
  • Have a minimum of five years' post-graduate experience as an Estimator.
  • Have proven estimating experience within the commercial construction sector.
  • Have experience pricing commercial construction projects, ideally valued up to $50 million.
  • Possess strong cost planning, estimating and commercial awareness.
  • Be confident liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers and other project stakeholders.
  • Have excellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tenders to strict deadlines.
  • Be a strong communicator with excellent attention to detail.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering a competitive salary based on experience.
  
For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Beth Hampson-Smith  on  0478 041 269  or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.
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