Senior Estimator - Commercial Fitout

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Senior Estimator - Commercial Fitout. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Internal progression is encouraged
• Enjoy fun monthly events + celebrations
• Dynamic team + projects to work on

Unita is a national group of companies that exists to help bring brands and spaces to life. Together we deliver a full service, end to end offering in fit out, design and construction for some of the world's most famous brands. We have offices in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney and manage projects across all of Australia and New Zealand. We are guided by our 'Better for being with us' mission and strive to enrich the lives of all our team, clients and stakeholders.

We're looking for people who can help shape our business for the future and take us to the next level. If this sounds like a match and you're a Senior Estimator with experience in Retail, Workplace, Health and Commercial, we’d love to hear from you.

About our Role

We specialise in high-end construction and project management across various sectors. Our strong relationships with a number of key brands have positioned us as a national market leader. We are an energetic and ambitious business with a dynamic team - and due to continued growth, are looking to appoint a Senior Estimator to join our Brisbane team at our Head Office in Woolloongabba.  This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's leaders, with cutting edge technologies that will revolutionise the market. 

As a Senior Estimator, your responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Reviewing and assessing tenders, ensuring all tender documents are complete and correct
• Adhering to strict timelines and plans that ensure key milestones are met each week
• Developing a thorough understanding of each project and sourcing Subcontractors and Suppliers with a high level of capability and compliance as needed
• Partnering closely with our Relationship Managers (BDMs) throughout the tender process to ensure success
• Collaborating with our construction team from the beginning of the process, to ensure we are estimating the best possible build to deliver the client's outcome to budget
• Approving various purchase orders on projects you estimate to ensure cost control is managed throughout the project
• Working closely with Head of Estimation and General Manager for best possible outcomes
• Conducting status review meetings with the project team as required as well as participating in post project debriefs to ensure continued growth and development of our team
• Utilising our proprietary software - Orbis – throughout the delivery of any project
• Following our processes for best outcomes and a positive team environment.

Skills and experience required to perform in the Senior Estimator role:

• Be adept at managing and overseeing the delivery of various tender opportunities and or cost plans.
• Demonstrate excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Have a minimum of 5 years estimation experience working on various projects within fitout, new build, refurbishment, heritage and hospitality style fit outs; ranging from $1mill. to $10mill.
• Have excellent attention to detail, including understanding plans, various documentation – as well as strong written and presentation skills with proficiency with technology.
• Be a confident communicator who can share your knowledge and expertise in a way that demonstrates value to our clients and prospects.
• Work as a team player to build positive trusted relationships with clients, designers, subcontractors, suppliers, colleagues and leadership.
• Be open to mentoring, learning and ongoing personal and professional development.

If this sounds like your next career move - we'd love to hear from you!