Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

Salary:

$160000 - 180000 / Year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

VIC - Melbourne - VIC 

Industry:

Construction

Reference:

4006379

Contact Name:

Sophia

Contact Email:

sophia@designandbuild.com.au

Date Published:

02-Apr-2026

With a strong pipeline of projects and continued growth, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their Melbourne-based team.
This contractor has built a solid reputation delivering retail upgrades, new store builds, and refurbishments for nationally recognised brands, with projects often delivered in live trading environments where planning, precision, and coordination are critical.

Reporting into the leadership team, you will take ownership of the full estimating and tendering process, playing a key role in securing upcoming projects.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions
  • Reviewing drawings, specifications and project documentation
  • Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier pricing
  • Identifying value engineering opportunities
  • Managing multiple tenders and ensuring deadlines are met
  • Supporting the project team through handover once work is secured
Project Types You will be involved in a range of fast-paced retail and commercial projects, including:
  • Supermarket upgrades and store extensions
  • Retail refurbishments and shop fit-outs
  • National retail rollouts
  • Commercial fit-outs and minor works packages
Projects are often delivered within operational environments, requiring strong planning and collaboration with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
About You
  • 5+ years’ experience in estimating within commercial construction or fit-outs
  • Experience pricing retail, refurbishment, or fast-track projects
  • Strong understanding of subcontractor markets and pricing
  • Ability to review drawings and specifications in detail
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
What’s On Offer
  • Join a growing builder with a strong pipeline of retail work
  • Opportunity to play a key role in securing new projects and shaping the pre-construction function
  • Supportive team environment with experienced leadership
  • Competitive salary package based on experience
If you’re an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator looking to work on high-profile retail projects within a growing contractor, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Sophia from Design and Build Recruitment.
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