Introduction

What are you going to do 

Join an established Queensland builder, working alongside two junior estimators and reporting to the General Manager. Price commercial builds, refurbishments and maintenance projects up to $20M, with a strong pipeline of work ahead.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare estimates and tender submissions.
  • Complete quantity take-offs from plans and specifications.
  • Source and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
  • Build and maintain subcontractor relationships.
  • Work with Project Managers and Contract Administrators on project handovers.
  • Identify cost risks and value-engineering opportunities.
  • Site visits depending on project location, whether local or regional.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • At least 2 years' estimating or quantity surveying experience within the Australian construction industry.
  • Experience tendering commercial construction projects valued up to $10M
  • Hands-on experience with Cubit estimating software (essential).
  • Relevant construction qualification, trade background or equivalent industry experience.
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, costs and subcontractor pricing.
  • Excellent attention to detail, numerical skills and negotiation ability.

What we offer 

  • $130,000 + super, negotiable depending on experience.
  • Permanent, full-time position with long-term job security.
  • A diverse pipeline of commercial, education, industrial and maintenance projects.
  • Supportive team environment with direct access to senior management.
  • A business that values safety and work-life balance.

Apply Now

If you're an Estimator looking for a stable role with varied projects and a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply with your resume for a confidential discussion or reach out to Taylor on 0432 111 758 or t.popham@brunel.net.

Closing: 26 November 2026

Apply Now

Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 5 minutes and let's get in touch!

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!