What are you going to do

Reporting to senior leadership, the Senior Estimator will take ownership of the estimating process from initial scope through to tender submission. You will work closely with project teams, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure accurate, competitive, and timely submissions.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead estimating for projects across multiple sectors up to $90 million
Prepare and review detailed cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation
Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
Analyse risk, pricing, and procurement strategies to deliver competitive bids
Mentor and guide junior estimating staff

Essential skills and knowledge

The ideal candidate will have:

Has proven experience as a Senior Estimator in construction
Has worked across Community, Industrial, Education, and Aged Care projects
Minimum 5 years' experience in commercial building estimation
Proficiency in CostX estimating software
In-depth knowledge of construction methodologies and project costing processes
Has experience estimating projects up to $90 million
Possesses strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

What we offer

Lead estimating for diverse, high-value projects
Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment
Competitive salary package reflective of experience
Opportunity for long-term career growth and development

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Taylor at 0432 111 758 or t.popham@brunel.net
Sounds like you, please send thorugh your resume as well as your win rate alongside projects

Closing: 08 May 2026

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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

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