Estimator - Commercial and Residential
Design and Build ·www.search-4.com.au
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A well-established and growing cabinet making and joinery business is currently seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in cabinetry / joinery estimating who enjoys working on detailed projects, pricing tenders, and supporting a busy pipeline of commercial and high-end residential work.
Working closely with the leadership and production team, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders across a variety of joinery packages. This role will suit someone who understands the full joinery process and can confidently price jobs from concept through to submission.
Key Responsibilities
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in cabinetry / joinery estimating who enjoys working on detailed projects, pricing tenders, and supporting a busy pipeline of commercial and high-end residential work.
Working closely with the leadership and production team, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders across a variety of joinery packages. This role will suit someone who understands the full joinery process and can confidently price jobs from concept through to submission.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, and specifications
- Preparing detailed cost estimates for commercial joinery and residential cabinetry projects
- Calculating labour, materials, hardware, and subcontractor requirements
- Liaising with suppliers to secure competitive pricing
- Identifying scope gaps, discrepancies, and clarifications required
- Working closely with drafting, design, and production teams to confirm feasibility
- Submitting professional tender packages within deadlines
- Assisting with tender follow-ups, negotiations, and project handovers
- Proven experience estimating within cabinet making / joinery
- Strong understanding of cabinetry construction, materials, finishes, and hardware
- Confident reading and interpreting plans, drawings, and specifications
- Strong Excel and costing skills
- Commercial mindset with the ability to price competitively and accurately
- High attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Stable long-term position with a respected local business
- Exposure to a strong pipeline of commercial and high-end residential projects
- Supportive team environment with experienced leadership
- Competitive salary package based on experience
- Up to $95,000 + Super
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Who is hiring for the Estimator - Commercial and Residential role?
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Where is the Estimator - Commercial and Residential job located?
The Estimator - Commercial and Residential role with Design and Build is based in WA - Perth, WA, AU.
What does the Estimator - Commercial and Residential role pay?
Design and Build lists the Estimator - Commercial and Residential role at AUD 75,000–100,000 per year.
Is the Estimator - Commercial and Residential role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Design and Build.
What experience level is the Estimator - Commercial and Residential role?
The Estimator - Commercial and Residential position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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