LHR - Labour Hire and Recruitment

Senior Estimator

LHR - Labour Hire and Recruitment  •  $90k - $100k/yr  •  South Yarra, AU (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Estimator – Commercial Construction

South Yarra, VIC

Our client is a well-established commercial construction company delivering high-quality, architecturally distinctive projects. From premium office fit-outs and boutique retail spaces to large-scale hospitality and mixed-use developments, their work is trusted by developers, architects, and builders across Victoria.

We’re now seeking an experienced

Estimator

to join their South Yarra team. This is a great opportunity to step into a key role where your expertise will directly influence the success of exciting new projects in 2025 and beyond.

About the role:

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the full estimating process – from interpreting plans and preparing take-offs to sourcing competitive pricing and presenting accurate quotes. You’ll work closely with project managers, site teams, and consultants to ensure every project is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Reviewing architectural and engineering plans to define project scope
  • Preparing accurate quantity take-offs, BOQs, and cost estimates for labour, materials, and subcontractors
  • Sourcing and comparing supplier/subcontractor pricing
  • Assisting in tender submissions and pricing strategies
  • Monitoring budgets and tracking cost changes throughout projects

What we’re looking for:

  • Proven Estimator experience in commercial construction
  • Proficiency in CostX, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar estimating software
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry pricing
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and negotiation skills
  • Formal training in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management (advantageous)

What makes this opportunity stand out:

  • Competitive salary package and career growth opportunities
  • Be part of a supportive, professional, and growing team
  • Work on exciting, high-profile commercial projects
  • South Yarra location — close to public transport, cafes, and amenities

If you’re an experienced Estimator looking for your next career move in a thriving commercial construction business, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now! send your resume here and help shape Melbourne’s commercial skyline.

www.labourhireandrecruitment.com.au

www.lhr.net.au

LHR - Labour Hire and Recruitment

About LHR - Labour Hire and Recruitment

LHR - Labour Hire and Recruitment Pty Ltd.

LHR provides a high quality recruitment service Australia-wide. We have clients across various industries such as construction, manufacturing and transportation.

LHR is an Australian owned company that prides itself on helping employers find the best employees for their business. At LHR, we recognise that the process of recruiting can be tedious and time consuming for employers. Whether you’re looking for casual, temporary or permanent staff, working with LHR for your recruitment needs will alleviate the unnecessary stress and extra hours involved in finding the person who is the “best ft” for your company.

We employ only the the best recruiters to ensure that you get only the best the market has to offer. Each one of our recruiters has extensive experience in the field they recruit and we have spared no expense by giving our recruiters the best tools, systems and processes to make them both efficient and effective in their search.

To learn more about how LHR can help you, head to our website www.lhr.net.au

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Melbourne, AU
Year Founded
2015
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