" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Estimator - Commercial Construction\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19816\"\u003e Building \u0026amp; Construction \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19817\"\u003e Estimating \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19818\"\u003e Sydney \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19819\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 1/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eSenior Estimator role with genuine Estimating Manager pathway\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong pipeline of education projects up to circa $15M\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTake a senior role within the estimating function\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Company\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTalent Butler has partnered with an established commercial builder based in Western Sydney, delivering projects up to approximately $15M across the education and commercial construction sectors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Education represents around 70% of the business\u0027s workload, with a strong pipeline of school projects requiring an estimator who understands the specific requirements of tendering within this sector.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDue to continued growth, the business is looking to appoint a highly experienced Senior Estimator who can take a leading role within the estimating function and develop into an Estimating Manager position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Opportunity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is not a role for an Estimating Manager who wants to step away from pricing.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe business is looking for a senior, hands-on estimator who can personally manage tenders while also bringing the experience to provide leadership, structure and guidance across the estimating function.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou will take ownership of tenders from initial review through to submission, working closely with senior management and the construction team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFor the right person, there is a genuine opportunity to quickly progress into the Estimating Manager position as the business continues to grow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage tenders from initial review through to final submission\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare detailed estimates and cost plans for commercial construction projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReview drawings, specifications and tender documentation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare trade scopes and subcontractor packages\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage subcontractor and supplier pricing\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUndertake tender analysis, value engineering and risk assessment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork closely with management on tender strategy and project opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide guidance and support within the estimating function\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssist in developing and improving estimating processes and systems\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintain strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and clients\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will be an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong commercial construction background and, importantly, substantial experience estimating education projects.\u003cbr\u003e You will bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtensive experience estimating for a commercial head contractor\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong education-sector experience across schools and related projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience pricing projects up to circa $15M\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of D\u0026amp;C and Construct Only tendering\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent subcontractor market knowledge\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong technical and commercial construction knowledge\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience mentoring or supporting other estimators\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe capability and ambition to progress into an Estimating Manager position\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Join?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine pathway into Estimating Manager\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong pipeline with approximately 70% of projects in education\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemain hands-on with pricing while taking greater leadership responsibility\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProjects up to approximately $15M\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to influence estimating processes and tender strategy\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstablished Western Sydney builder with ongoing growth\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Click Apply or contact Shane from Talent Butler on 0402 555 836 or shane@talentbutler.com.au for more information. 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