Senior Estimator

_{21st July, 2026}

At Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC), we’re proud to be delivering a significant community project in Sydney. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact on safety standards in a complex, high-profile environment.

We’re delivering high-profile developments in the heart of the city and are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join our team in Head Office.

Why Join RCC?

• Major Project Opportunities – Be part of industry-defining developments in Sydney’s CBD
• Career Growth & Development – Access continuous training to advance your skills and career
• Family Values – We prioritise a supportive, inclusive culture that promotes well-being
• A Thriving Business – Join a growing company with a strong portfolio and long-term career potential

• Read, analyse, and prepare tender documentation
• Prepare quantity take-offs in an efficient and accurate manner
• Analyse and select supplier and/or subcontractor quotations
• Manage time constraints in the preparation of tenders
• Consult with colleagues and senior staff to resolve issues affecting the cost effectiveness of
• tender submissions
• Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, and subcontractors to discuss and resolve issues
• Co-ordinate and facilitate post tender negotiations
• Prepare budget estimates based on preliminary sketches
• Analyse and compare budget estimates to similar projects

• Senior construction/building estimating skillset and experience complimented by industry relevant qualification(s)
• Proven track record of commercial construction project work winning
• Canberra based, or willing to be; with familiarity with local (AU) subcontractor and trade pricing/costs/quantities.
• Confident & collaborative communicator, consistent with building trusted relationships and partnerships
• Ability to build on existing subcontractor and client relationships
• Self-motivated and intuitively natured; supportive of problem solving and continuous improvement
• Organised and process appreciative in line with managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Competent user of relevant estimating software (Buildsoft or similar)