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A leading international project and cost management consultancy is seeking an Estimator to join its Sydney team.
Partnering with some of the world's largest technology and infrastructure clients, the business delivers complex data centre and mission-critical projects across Australia and globally. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging developments while building your career within a collaborative consultancy recognised for delivering industry-leading projects.
Role Overview
This role is suited to an Estimator with construction or consultancy experience who is looking to further develop their career on major projects.
You'll work closely with project teams to prepare accurate estimates from early feasibility through to detailed cost planning, providing commercial insight that supports informed project decisions. Working alongside experienced industry professionals, you'll gain exposure to technically complex projects while continuing to develop your estimating expertise.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare project estimates and cost plans across all project stages
• Support the development of project estimating strategies and methodologies
• Prepare Project Basis of Estimate documentation and Estimate Risk Analysis
• Provide cost contingency recommendations and commercial advice
• Maintain and develop current market rates for estimating purposes
• Undertake project benchmarking and peer reviews to ensure estimate accuracy
• Identify commercial risks and support value engineering initiatives
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders
Skills & Experience
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline
• Estimating experience within a construction or consultancy environment
• Experience preparing estimates across multiple project stages
• Experience using CostX, InEight, Sage Timberline or similar estimating software is highly regarded
• Strong analytical and commercial problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• RICS, CEP or CPE accreditation, or working towards chartership, is highly regarded
Why This Role Stands Out
• Work on major data centre and mission-critical projects with global technology clients
• Join a globally recognised consultancy with genuine career progression and international opportunities
• Collaborate with experienced industry leaders on technically complex projects
• Continue developing your estimating capability while taking ownership of key project deliverables
• Flexible working arrangements within a collaborative, people-first culture
• Strong pipeline of landmark projects offering long-term career stability
This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to work on technically challenging projects while building a long-term career with a leading international consultancy.
To confidentially discuss this opportunity, contact Jessica Baker on 0434 390 417 or email jessica.baker@kappaexecutive.com.
Kappa Executive Search is a boutique recruitment firm specialising in Architecture, Interior Design, Project Management and Quantity Surveying sectors. We partner with leading consultancies and top-tier talent across Australia to build lasting career connections.