About us

BESA is a trusted builder based in the great Brisbane area, with its core competencies in residential construction. With a team who have extensive industry experience and solid professional skills, equipped with advanced building technologies, BESA is growing its business capacity and has attracted more business opportunities in residential projects development.

The opportunity

At BESA, we create bespoke homes tailored to each client’s vision and lifestyle. Specialising in sloping site builds, knockdown rebuilds, and luxury custom homes, we’re passionate about quality construction and delivering projects that stand the test of time.

We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive Construction Estimator to join our pre-construction team based in Brisbane. In this role, you’ll be responsible for producing accurate and timely estimates, preparing BOQs, reviewing documentation, and managing cost scopes from tender through to contract execution. You will be required to perform following the key duties and tasks:

Produce fixed-price quotations and contracts aligned with agreed margins and company guidelines.

Provide accurate estimates within deadlines, including for new and existing product ranges.

Maintain and update pricing schedules and internal price lists.

Prepare and maintain Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for all projects.

Interpret project and client requirements for effective contract preparation.

Manage post-contract and building variations with precision.

Develop accurate production estimates and scope documents that comply with regulatory and client standards.

Review tender documents, plans, and variations to produce detailed Statements of Work, BOQs, and cost plans.

Estimate labour and material costs using construction documentation and industry benchmarks.

Prepare detailed and accurate purchase orders outlining cost and scope of works/materials.

Review and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotes for scope, pricing, and value.

Source competitive quotes and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.

Prepare take-offs and tender estimates; manage tender requests and submissions.

Execute other estimating and contract duties as required by management.

What we are looking for

- Tertiary qualification or the equivalent.

- Ideally not less than 5 years experience in a similar role within the industry

- Proven capability in end-to-end estimating, from initial tender through to contract award.

- Strong knowledge of building codes and construction methodologies.

- Proficiency with estimating tools/software (e.g., Buildxact, CostX, Cubit, Excel).

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment.

What is in it for you

- Competitive salary package based on experience

- Be part of a growing, innovative business with a strong reputation

- Career growth opportunities with direct input into projects

- Collaborative and supportive team environment

- Work on unique and exciting Brisbane residential builds

Apply today

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level with BESA, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your CV and cover letter to [email protected]