About the Role
As our Estimator, you’ll be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive tender submissions that help secure future work for our business. Working closely with our Commercial and Operations Manager, you’ll help ensure projects are priced accurately, risks are identified, and tenders are submitted on time.
Key responsibilities include:
Preparing cost estimates, construction budgets, and tender submissions.
Reviewing architectural drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
Measuring quantities and pricing construction materials, trades, and subcontractor works.
Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
Conducting site visits and liaising with clients, designers, and project stakeholders.
Following up on tenders, negotiating where appropriate, and supporting efforts to secure new projects.
Preparing tender handovers and maintaining accurate estimating records and databases.
Identifying project risks and considering health and safety requirements when pricing work
\What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is organised, analytical, proactive, and takes pride in producing accurate work.
You’ll ideally have:
Experience in construction estimating or a similar role.
A good understanding of construction methods, materials, and building processes.
Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
Confident communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Experience with estimating software such as Quick Bid and On Screen Takeoff, and familiarity with NetSuite, would be an advantage.
A positive, solutions-focused attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
About us
Tika Interiors Ltd is a leading interior fit-out specialist contractor, with offices in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty. We work closely with our clients and project partners to deliver quality commercial interior projects, building strong relationships based on trust, reliability and pride in our work. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: Polite, Safe, Honest, Timely, True to Word, and Pride. We believe in treating people fairly, maintaining high standards of health and safety, supporting work-life balance, and encouraging personal and professional development.
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