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Senior estimator

Port Melbourne Permanent Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
The Senior Estimator will play a key role in the construction team, managing cost estimations and ensuring the success of both commercial and residential projects across Melbourne. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits package for experienced professionals in the construction industry.
  • Growing building construction business in Victoria.
  • Proactively lead the estimation and tender processes

About Our Client

A Highly respected building construction organisation based in Port Melbourne, operating across both the commercial building and residential markets in the construction industry.

Job Description

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates for construction projects, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Analyse project plans, specifications, and scope to determine project requirements.
  • Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to develop budgets and schedules.
  • Source and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes for project costing.
  • Monitor and update cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Assist in value engineering and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Prepare tender submissions and support bid processes.
  • Maintain accurate records of estimates and project documentation.
  • Be proactive, commercially aware and enjoy building relationships - identifying opportunities. This role wont see you glued to your desk and screen waiting for work to be priced, but will allow you to be out meeting architects and key stakeholders to influence decisions.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Estimator should have:

  • Extensive experience in construction cost estimation within the commercial and/or residential building construction market.
  • Strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and market rates.
  • Proficiency in relevant estimation software and tools.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities for working with diverse teams.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary package

* Work with a respected and growing construction business

* Diverse project portfolio across private and public sectors

* High level of visibility and influence within the organisation

* Career progression and long-term stabilityThis is a role to bring your expertise as a Senior Estimator to a key player in the construction industry. If this role aligns with your skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Paul Harris
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7103730
Phone number
0421532876

Job summary

Function
Construction
Specialisation
Estimator
Industry
Property
Location
Port Melbourne
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Paul Harris
Consultant phone
0421532876
Job Reference
JN-092026-7103730
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Michael Page acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.