OO7/1 Senior Estimator

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QueenslandContract

Listed 1 Oct 2026

This QLD State Department is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to support the delivery of building projects and estimating programs, particularly those that are complex, high-risk or high-value.
  
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage estimating programs and projects, particularly medium to high-risk and complex projects.
  • Prepare accurate estimates and quotation documentation for building projects.
  • Ensure estimates and procurement activities comply with relevant government policies, procedures and client requirements.
  • Provide advice and support across project planning, budgeting, estimating, programming and procurement.
  • Monitor and report on estimating projects, including costs, schedules, productivity and project outcomes.
  • Build strong client relationships through clear communication, negotiation and professional service.
  • Ensure all work is delivered in line with workplace health, safety and employment requirements.
  
Successful candidate
  • Strong experience in building estimating, ideally within government or a similar environment.
  • Experience managing estimates for medium to high-risk or complex projects.
  • Strong understanding of project costing, budgeting, procurement and tendering processes.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work effectively with clients and stakeholders.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality estimates.
  • A current Driver License.
  • A trade background is highly desirable.

If you are an estimator experienced in the building construction/maintenance space and located within a commutable distance from the Cannon Hill office location, send your application over to: daniel@publicsectorpeople.com.au & give me a call on 0466 265 446 today to discuss this opportunity in further detail!