Estimator | Construction & Fitout

  • Northern Suburbs
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Upto $125,000 Total Salary Package Total Salary Package
  • Northern Suburbs Melbourne | End-to-End Project Involvement
  • Supportive, Collaborative Team | Exposure to Diverse Fit-Out Projects
  • Up to $125,000 Salary Package (pending experience)
COMPANY
Our client is a well-established commercial builder specialising in fit-outs and refurbishments across retail, hospitality, and office environments. They have built a strong reputation for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. With a diverse portfolio that includes shopping center tenancies, hospitality venues, franchise rollouts, and high-spec office fit-outs, this builder is known for their end-to-end delivery, collaborative approach, and strong repeat client base. Their culture is supportive, professional, and focused on growth, making this an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

WHAT YOU GET
  • Opportunity to work with a reputable commercial builder with a strong pipeline of projects
  • Exposure to a diverse range of retail, hospitality, and office fit-outs
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture
  • Competitive salary package and room for career growth
  • Up to $125,000 Salary Package (pending experience)
PROJECTS
  • Retail fit-outs (shopping centre tenancies, franchise rollouts)
  • Hospitality & food venues (cafés, restaurants, bars)
  • Office & workplace fit-outs
  • Entertainment & community spaces
THE ROLE
The successful applicant will be skilled in identifying risks, managing tendering processes, preparing detailed packages, and supporting projects from initial pricing through to delivery. This is a pivotal role where your accuracy and communication skills will directly impact project success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for fit-out and refurbishment projects
  • Manage tendering process, including subcontractor pricing and package preparation
  • Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to assess risks and opportunities
  • Liaise with Project Managers on budgets, cost plans, and variations
  • Contribute to tender submissions, presentations, and client negotiations
  • Provide end-to-end involvement from initial pricing through to project delivery support
YOU
  • Have excellent communication skills, both written & verbal 
  • Have impeccable time management practices 
  • Ability to effectively negotiate with subcontractors without undervaluing them 
  • Relevant tertiary qualification 
  • Essential to have experience as an Estimator in the Melbourne Construction or Fitout/Refurb Industry 
ACTION
Send an up to date copy of your CV & Project List to my email.
Alternatively, get in touch with me directly for a highly confidential discussion.

Jeremy Phelan
Jeremyp@3drecruitment.com.au
0439 874 107
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