At a Glance
- Tasks: Estimate costs and manage tenders for diverse construction projects.
- Company: Chalouhi, a leading civil engineering and construction firm in Sydney.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, supportive team culture, and employee wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Join a Great Place To Work with a focus on safety and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Take ownership of exciting projects and make a real impact in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: Strong estimating experience and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Chalouhi is a well-established civil engineering and construction company delivering quality projects across the Sydney Metro area. With a strong pipeline of work and an experienced team behind us, we take pride in delivering projects on time, on budget, and done right. Our work covers everything from basements and subdivisions to demolition, council works, industrial projects, remediation, roadworks and major infrastructure - so no two projects are the same.
The Role
Based out of our Strathfield office, you’ll play a key role in estimating and tendering across a diverse range of basement, demolition, civil, infrastructure, subdivision and industrial projects. As a Senior Estimator, you’ll take ownership of tenders, pricing and cost planning while working closely with our construction and management teams.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates across a range of construction and civil projects
- Leading the pricing and submission of competitive tenders
- Reviewing project scopes, plans and specifications
- Managing subcontractor and supplier pricing
- Identifying project risks, opportunities and value-engineering solutions
- Working closely with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams
- Supporting and mentoring junior estimators
What We’re Looking For
- Strong estimating experience across basements, demolition, civil, infrastructure, subdivisions and/or industrial projects
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies, costs and subcontractor pricing
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and project documentation
- Strong attention to detail with excellent time management and organisational skills
- Confident communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines
- A proactive, commercial and solutions-focused approach
Why Join Chalouhi?
- Senior role with genuine responsibility and career progression
- Strong pipeline of diverse projects across Sydney
- Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
- Competitive salary package
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Strong focus on safety and wellbeing
- Great Place To Work Certified 2026-2027
Senior Estimator in Sydney employer: Chalouhi
Chalouhi is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, providing Senior Estimators with the opportunity to lead significant projects in the heart of Strathfield, Sydney. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development, competitive remuneration, and a supportive environment that values teamwork and individual contributions, making it a rewarding place to grow your career in civil engineering and construction.
