Senior Estimator

SENIOR ESTIMATOR

Be the driving force behind winning iconic projects

About MCM

Main On Construction & Maintenance Pty Ltd (MCM) is a proudly Australian-owned family business with over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality remedial, construction, maintenance, fit-out, and defect rectification solutions. We manage every stage of a project, from inception to delivery, for commercial, residential, and institutional clients across Sydney.

The Role

We are seeking an exceptional, high-performing Senior Estimator, a true industry gun who can confidently prepare and deliver high-quality quotes and tenders at pace while maintaining outstanding accuracy. This is a pivotal role in our growth strategy. You will be responsible for pricing a diverse pipeline of remedial, construction, fit-out, maintenance, and defect rectification projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed, competitive lump sum, schedule of rates, and tender submissions across all MCM service lines (Remedial, Construction, Fit-out, Maintenance, Defect Rectification).
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work to identify requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Conduct site inspections, measurements, and digital take-offs to produce accurate quantities.
• Source, analyse, and negotiate competitive subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Build and maintain a dynamic, MCM-specific cost database and unit rate library informed by real project delivery data.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Allocation Manager, and site teams to ensure estimates reflect our actual capabilities and methodologies.
• Immerse yourself in all aspects of MCM’s operations so you can tender with genuine understanding of how we deliver projects efficiently and profitably.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and provide commercial input during tender and pre-construction phases.
• Support post-tender clarifications, presentations, and seamless handover to delivery teams.
• Monitor industry pricing trends, labour availability, and material costs to keep estimates current and competitive.

What We are looking for

You are a confident, accurate, and fast estimator who thrives under pressure and consistently delivers winning or near-winning submissions.

• 5–15+ years’ experience as an Estimator in Australian construction, with proven strength in remedial works, defect rectification, fit-outs, refurbishments, or general building/maintenance projects (NSW experience highly regarded).
• Demonstrated track record of preparing high-quality, competitive tenders that win work or achieve strong margins.
• Exceptional ability to “smash out” multiple accurate quotes and tenders to tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Advanced skills reading and interpreting complex drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Strong commercial acumen with deep understanding of construction costs, productivity, subcontractor markets, and risk pricing in the Sydney market.
• High proficiency in estimating/takeoff software. We will buy whatever you need, state your preference.
• Solid knowledge of Australian Standards, NCC, and NSW building regulations, particularly around defect identification and rectification tolerances.
• Excellent written communication for clear, professional tender submissions and client correspondence.
• Proactive collaborator who will spend time with our project teams and on site to truly understand how MCM operates.
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Current White Card and full NSW driver’s licence.
• Bonus: Experience with insurance repair estimating, strata remedial projects, or heritage works.

Why Join MCM?

• Work on high-profile, iconic Sydney projects.
• We invest in tools and technology, tell us what you need and we buy it.
• Competitive, above-market remuneration package for the right high-performer.
• Opportunity to grow with the business, clear path toward Estimating Manager or broader commercial leadership.
• Supportive team, professional environment, and the satisfaction of seeing your estimates turn into successfully delivered projects.
• Company vehicle, laptop, phone, and other benefits to be negotiated.

Please send your resume and a cover letter to ***email_hidden***