Estimating Team Leader

2 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia ROUSSOS RECRUITMENT Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

The Opportunity

ROUSSOS Recruitment is proud to partner with the Scott Salisbury Group, a South Australian leader in premium residential construction. With over 30 years of award-winning experience, the Group delivers a diverse range of projects across multiple market segments, including bespoke luxury new homes and project developments. Known for its innovative design, construction quality, and commitment to excellence, the Scott Salisbury Group continues to set the benchmark for the industry.

We are seeking an experienced Estimating Team Leader to join the Group and lead a high-performing team of estimators. This role combines hands-on estimating with leadership responsibilities, providing a unique opportunity to influence both team performance and internal processes across the Group's brands.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of estimators across Scott Salisbury Homes, Bradford Homes, and Bradford Projects.
  • Remaining hands-on with estimating tasks, including tender preparation, contract pricing, and cost management.
  • Driving process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across the estimating function.
  • Collaborating with construction, design, and procurement teams to ensure alignment of project scope, budgets, and costings.
  • Maintaining and enhancing estimating systems, databases, and industry knowledge to ensure competitive and accurate submissions.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone with proven experience in residential construction estimating, combined with the ability to lead and support a team while mentoring and developing staff. A solid understanding of construction techniques, methods, and industry standards, along with experience using estimating software such as Databuild, Buildsoft, or similar, will be highly valued. You will have attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to work independently when needed.

What's In It For You

This is a rare opportunity to lead and shape a key function within a highly respected, multi-brand residential construction Group. You will enjoy a balance of hands-on estimating and leadership responsibilities, with the ability to implement process improvements and make a meaningful impact across the business. In addition, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative culture, working across premium projects that challenge boundaries and set new benchmarks in residential construction.

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