“CREATING AMAZING SPACES TO BE PROUD OF”

At McCormack, we're one of Australia's leading family-owned building services companies, specialising in fit-out and refurbishment, asset repositioning, design and construct, and heritage restoration.

Our success is built on the strength of our people. We are committed to fostering a workplace where team members are supported to grow, contribute, and do their best work. We value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and creating an environment where everyone feels respected and included.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join our Preconstruction team in Melbourne.

In this role, you will lead the end-to-end estimation process for commercial construction projects, driving successful tender outcomes, managing project risk and commercial viability, mentoring junior estimators, and contributing to the continued growth and success of the business. You will report directly to the Preconstruction Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the preparation, review and submission of accurate and competitive estimates, tender responses, take-offs and project budgets for commercial construction projects.

• Assess project scope, risks and opportunities, engage with subcontractors and suppliers, manage clarifications, and ensure all tender requirements are met.

• Mentor and support Estimators and Junior Estimators, support with allocating workloads, conduct team briefings, and contribute to the ongoing development of the estimating team.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and strategic business growth.

ABOUT YOU

Successful applicants must have:

• A Diploma of Building & Construction or equivalent qualification.

• More than five years' experience in commercial construction estimation, with demonstrated success managing complex tenders and project pricing.

• Strong commercial acumen, exceptional attention to detail, leadership capability, stakeholder management skills, and proficiency in construction estimating systems and Microsoft Office applications.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this position. Applications generated or assisted by artificial intelligence (AI) will not be accepted.

WHY JOIN MCCORMACK?

This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive, high-performing and close-knit team that genuinely values its people. We invest in professional development, recognise individual contributions, and create opportunities for our team members to grow their careers.

EMBRACING DIFFERENCES

Being Different Together means creating a workplace where people feel respected, valued and empowered to be themselves. We believe diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, leading to better ideas, stronger relationships and greater innovation. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute, grow and succeed.

We strongly encourage applications from women interested in construction careers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with disability. If you require reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates.