Estimator | Tier 2 builder (5 years+)

Commercial Construction

Melbourne

$160k-$180k package

A dedicated Cost Planner and Estimator with over 5 years of cumulative experience, including 4+ years in the local industry. Armed with a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science in Construction Management, earned with First Class Honours, this candidate seamlessly transitioned from academic excellence to practical industry success – he is currently considered to be a very high performer, within his current team.

In the current role as a Cost Planner/Estimator, the candidate has played a key role in numerous successful tenders, demonstrating versatility across a spectrum of projects. From school facilities for disadvantaged children to large-scale education projects and early parenting centres, the candidate has consistently delivered value, including airport amenities upgrades, cladding rectifications, and leisure centre refurbishments. The successful tendered projects span from $14 million to multi-hundred-million-dollar bundles – to projects over $100M, showcasing a strategic understanding of project scope, complexity, and financial nuances.

With proficiency in Buildsoft Cubit Estimating, CostX, Buildsoft and Buildsoft and other Software, this candidate combines technical skills with a strategic mindset. The ability to work independently and collaboratively underscores adaptability, ensuring successful project deliveries. The track record of managing projects with values ranging from a few hundred thousand to multi-million dollars demonstrates not only quantitative skills but also a nuanced understanding of diverse project types.

Known for strategic thinking and excellence in project estimation, this candidate is poised for roles such as Senior Estimator or (in future) a pathway to Estimating Manager. With a keen eye for value and a track record of securing diverse projects, from healthcare to airport upgrades, the candidate is an asset for organisations seeking a versatile and adept professional.

This candidate is suited to a Senior Estimator role, within commercial building construction.

Reference: 11429482

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