Are you an experienced Senior Estimator ready to take the lead as Head of Estimating? Join a thriving commercial construction company that’s winning work, growing strategically, and putting people first.
We’re on the lookout for a commercially minded and relationship-driven Lead Estimator to oversee the pricing function and be part of the senior leadership team. This is more than just spreadsheets and scopes - it’s about playing a key role in winning work, building relationships, and helping shape the future of the business. You'll be using Cubit & Bluebeam, and working closely with the Director and Business Development Manager with both new and repeat clients, on commercial fit out tenders up to $10M in value.
What’s on Offer
... - Step into a senior leadership position with a direct line to the Director
- Head up and grow the estimating function with full ownership
- Get involved early in project lifecycle - from pre-construction through to procurement
- Join a culture-first team that prioritises collaboration, loyalty, and long-term relationships.
Your Day-to-Day Will Involve:
- Leading end-to-end tender processes and developing competitive pricing strategies
- Working alongside Business Development Manager to convert opportunities into secured projects
- Mentoring and developing a small team of estimators as we continue to grow
- Contributing to procurement strategies and subcontractor negotiations
- Building strong connections with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders
- Representing the business at presentations and tender interviews
- Helping shape commercial targets and performance metrics across projects
- Taking charge of pricing across a mix of fitout and refurbishment projects (up to $10M in value)
About You
- You’re confident, commercially astute, and great with people. You’re not just looking to estimate - you want to lead the process, shape the team, and partner with a business that values your input.
- If you have worked for a larger fit out business in your career, and have great systems and processes and would like to implement changes to the Estimation function as you see fit (after discussion with the Director!) - this is your chance.
- If you have good relationships with existing subcontractors that you would like to introduce, and clients you have worked with in the past that you would like to propose, you will have the opportunity to do so.
You’ll ideally bring
- 5+ years of estimating experience in the commercial construction space, ideally in Sydney
- A background in commercial fit out, refurbishment, or high-end commercial interiors (not residential)
- A proven ability to win work through smart pricing and great communication
- Strong leadership qualities and a natural mentoring style - it's a close knit team and you'll have a Junior Estimator on your team to manage and delegate responsibilties to.
- A solutions-driven mindset and hunger to grow with a dynamic business.
Why You'll Love It Here
The culture is supportive, flexible, and focused on the long game. The team has steadily grown over the past few years and take pride in doing great work with great people.
What sets them apart?
- High end quality, strong cash flow, and an opportunity for you to be part of real opportunities to influence direction
- Collaborative working environment that respects work/life balance
- Weekly team lunches, quarterly team events and a strong sense of camaraderie
- Tickets to sporting and industry events as a team.
Sounds great, what do I need to do?
Apply through the advert, or call me directly on 0433 987817 to discuss the role confidentially, or send your CV to me on tamara.dempsey@randstad.com.au
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
