Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment

D&B ·www.designandbuild.com.au

Location QLD - Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Salary AUD 150,000 - 180,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
Construction
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We are partnering with a well-established Queensland construction group to recruit an experienced Estimator to join their growing team. This position offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of commercial refurbishment, insurance, strata, and upgrade projects throughout Brisbane and Southeast
Queensland.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their work, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to be part of a collaborative team working across multiple live projects rather than a single major tender.
The Opportunity Working closely alongside Project Managers and delivery teams, you will play a key role in preparing scopes, pricing works, and supporting project delivery across projects generally ranging from $50K to $2M.

Project types include:
  • Commercial refurbishments
  • Strata remediation and capital works
  • Insurance reinstatement projects
  • Maintenance and upgrade works
Key Responsibilities
  • Review project documentation, scopes, and drawings
  • Attend site inspections and assess project requirements
  • Prepare detailed scopes of work and accurate cost estimates
  • Complete take-offs and pricing submissions
  • Source and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing
  • Prepare quotations and tender submissions
  • Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
  • Support Project Managers with project costing and scope development
About You
We are seeking someone with strong estimating capability and practical construction knowledge who enjoys working across diverse projects and collaborating closely with operational teams.
Ideally, you will have:
  • Experience estimating within commercial construction, refurbishments, fit-out, insurance, or remedial works
  • Strong understanding of construction methodologies and building scopes
  • Ability to interpret drawings and complete take-offs accurately
  • Experience preparing tenders, quotations, and pricing submissions
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously
  • Trade qualifications or construction-related qualifications highly regarded
What’s on Offer
  • Exposure to a diverse range of projects and sectors
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Strong pipeline of secured work
  • Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing business
  • Opportunity to work closely with experienced construction professionals

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment role?
D&B is hiring for the Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment job located?
The Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment role with D&B is based in QLD - Brisbane, QLD, AU.
What does the Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment role pay?
D&B lists the Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment role at AUD 150,000–180,000 per year.
Is the Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at D&B.
What experience level is the Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment role?
The Senior Estimator - Strata/Refurbishment position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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