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Joinery Estimator

LocationSouth Brisbane QLD, Australia
Work TypeFull time
Positions1 Position
Published At:10 days ago
Job no: 644QK
Category: Supplyhaus

About Supplyhaus

Supplyhaus, backed by the McNab Group, is reimaging construction supply. We specialise in supplying and installing leading façade, joinery and steel solutions and providing high quality building products, with builder expertise.

Supplyhaus Joinery offers comprehensive joinery solutions, meticulously managing every facet of joinery projects from conception and fabrication to installation and aftercare. Our profound understanding of the building industry enables us to deliver precision-engineered, high-quality joinery that seamlessly integrates with your architectural vision.

Supplyhaus is experiencing rapid growth and with a large number of projects already locked in we are seeking a Joinery Estimator to join the team.

About the role

We are currently looking for an experienced Estimator to join our Joinery team based in Brisbane. This role will see you providing budgets, cost plans and estimates on joinery projects up to $10m. You will build genuine relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to achieve optimal commercial outcomes.

Your role will include the following key tasks:

  • Conduct estimating processes meticulously to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Undertake cost planning with accurate pricing, making reasonable assumptions on design for projects in due diligence phase.
  • Undertake full material take-off quantities and measurements using first principles.
  • Develop bid programs and ensure clear communication of time frames to internal stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with project teams to leverage subcontractor & supplier relationships and obtain competitive pricing while delivering quality outcomes.
  • Prioritize quality in all aspects of work, ensuring the delivery of defect-free products that exceed client expectations.
  • Understand client needs and develop specialised solutions aligned with their success factors.
  • Liaise with installers and suppliers to support tender submission.
  • Analyse bid scopes, foresee risks, and develop strategies to address them effectively.
  • Engage in Value Engineering to maximize profitability while meeting client needs.
  • Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and avoid rushed outcomes. 

About you

We are seeking someone who is eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment while having fun and contributing to team morale. In addition, we are seeking the following:

  • Previous experience as an Estimator with comprehensive knowledge of the joinery trade and a solid understanding of products.
  • Sound understanding of sequence and methodology of construction of joinery with the ability to price installation using first principles
  • An understanding of surrounding trade packages and how they interface with the joinery.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and allow for non-documented assumptions.
  • Proven commercial acumen and strategic thinking ability.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and foster a collaborative environment.

About McNab

McNab is one of the largest privately owned Construction, Development and Property groups in Australia, with turnover now exceeding $1bn each year. Despite our growth and size, we've never lost our small company DNA - which centres around genuine care for our staff, customers and all our stakeholders. Success for us isn't about awards or growth, it's when we deliver so well that our customers are proud to wear a McNab T-Shirt on weekends!

We genuinely care. We make it easy. We deliver certainty.

This is our promise - to our clients, and everyone we deal with. Delivering on these three things really, really well is what drives us at McNab. Everything we do, from recruiting and training to performance and promotion, centres around this promise.

We leverage the entire McNab Group to deliver certainty for our clients at a time of unprecedented uncertainty in the industry. And our approach works. From delivering our own property developments, to manufacturing our own building products, and a plethora of aligned businesses, your career at McNab goes well beyond traditional construction roles.

McNab benefits: 

  • Birthday leave – Celebrate your special day on us!
  • Social Club and team events – Work hard, play hard with regular team events.
  • Annual health and fitness subsidy – Stay fit and healthy with our health benefits.
  • Parental leave program – Supporting you through life’s important milestones.
  • Employee Assistance Program – We’ve got your back, with support whenever you need it.
  • Tailored development opportunities – We invest in your growth with tailored training programs.

Apply today. With a culture of having fun and doing our job really, really well, we want people on our team who share our values, bring new ideas and want to make a difference. Sound like you? APPLY NOW or Visit mcnab.net.au/work-with-us for more information.

  • Published on 29 May 2025, 4:38 AM