Senior Estimator in Adelaide

Senior Estimator in Adelaide

Adelaide Full-Time On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage tenders and prepare competitive cost estimates for exciting projects.
  • Company: Join a reputable Tier 3 commercial builder with a strong team culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, long-term stability, and genuine career progression opportunities.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with supportive leadership and a focus on team success.
  • Why this job: Work on high-value projects you can be proud of and grow your career.
  • Qualifications: Proven estimating experience in commercial construction and strong negotiation skills.

Join a high-performing Tier 3 commercial builder with a serious pipeline of secured work across Adelaide.

The Opportunity:

We’re working with a well-established commercial builder that is winning the right projects - not just chasing them.

With a strong forward pipeline of $5M–$30M projects across commercial, mixed-use and institutional sectors, this is an opportunity to join a business with genuine stability, an excellent reputation and a strong team culture.

Why This Role Is Worth Your Time

  • Tier 3 commercial builder delivering projects up to $30M
  • Strong pipeline of secured work
  • Excellent reputation and team culture
  • Projects you’ll be proud to put your name to
  • Tight-knit, experienced pre-construction team
  • A business that genuinely backs its people
  • Opportunity to grow and progress internally

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Managing tenders from start to finish across mid to large-scale projects
  • Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates
  • Building strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
  • Driving competitive pricing and negotiating where required
  • Identifying project risks, gaps and opportunities early
  • Contributing to tender and project-winning strategies
  • Working closely with senior leadership and the pre-construction team on key bids

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience as an Estimator within a Tier 2 or reputable Tier 3 commercial builder
  • Strong understanding of the Adelaide subcontractor and construction market
  • Experience estimating projects in the $5M–$30M range
  • Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach
  • Someone who enjoys working collaboratively and being part of a high-performing team

The Offer

  • Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
  • Long-term stability with a healthy secured workload
  • Exposure to high-value and diverse commercial projects
  • Supportive, experienced leadership team
  • Genuine opportunity for career progression
  • A business where your experience and input are valued

If you’re an experienced Estimator looking for a move to a builder with a strong pipeline, great culture and projects that are actually getting built, we’d love to hear from you.

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Senior Estimator in Adelaide employer: CTC

Join a well-established architecture practice just outside the city, where your REVIT expertise and technical skills are not only valued but celebrated. With a diverse portfolio of meaningful projects, a collaborative work culture, and genuine opportunities for career progression, this is an excellent employer for those looking to make a significant impact in their field while enjoying a supportive team environment. The location offers easy access without the stress of the CBD, making it an ideal place to grow your architectural career.

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Contact Details:

CTC Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Estimator in Adelaide

Tender Management
Cost Estimation
Relationship Building
Negotiation Skills
Risk Identification
Project Strategy Development
Commercial Acumen