Estimator and Senior Estimator

For over 35 years, Buildcorp has been at the forefront of construction, delivering projects we are proud of and building long-term partnerships based on trust, quality, and integrity. What sets us apart is not just what we build, but how we lead — through our people, our values, and our commitment to doing the right thing. Our legacy of success comes from passionate teams, loyal clients, award-winning projects, and a culture where leadership and collaboration thrive.

• Additional paid leave options for balance and wellbeing
• Employee referral bonuses
• Access to personal and financial counselling services
• Opportunities to give back through the Buildcorp Foundation
• Access to rugby tickets during the season

Buildcorp’s Fit-Out and refurbishment team deliver complex, high-quality projects that demand innovation, collaboration, and precision. We are seeking both an Estimator and Senior Estimator to join our team who can bring accuracy, commercial insight and technical capability to some of the most challenging and rewarding projects.

You’ll work closely with a strong network of subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders and be supported by an industry leading team of fit out and refurbishment industry professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete initial tender assessments, evaluating all project aspects, risks and opportunities.
• Produce accurate trade break-ups and secure strong market coverage through your subcontractor relationships.
• Conduct regular meetings with key subcontractors to obtain competitive, accurate pricing.
• Prepare detailed cost plans for internal review.
• Lead the preparation of handover packages and budgets for successful tenders.
• Collaborate with internal bid teams on program, budget inputs, value engineering and alternate solutions.
• Support and coach estimators, contributing to team capability and performance.

About you

• Demonstrated experience in estimating or cost planning with proven success.
• Strong network of subcontractors and suppliers in relevant trades.
• Ability to evaluate risk and opportunity in pricing assessments.
• Proficiency in estimating software such as Buildsoft or CostX.
• Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management and decision-making skills.
• A relevant qualification in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying or similar.

Next Steps:

Your success is reflected in ours, so we are committed to being an employer of choice. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as different perspectives and ideas will deliver our long-term success. We will do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.

If this sounds like you and you would like to join a team that really makes a difference, please apply by following the prompts.