At Harnest, we’re passionate about delivering more than just buildings – we create secure, inclusive, and dignified living spaces that make a real difference. As a specialist builder in community housing, social housing, and SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation), we’re expanding into South Australia and seeking an Estimator to join our growing Adelaide team
The Role
As an Estimator, you’ll be responsible for preparing accurate costings, managing tender and contract variations, and ensuring the financial integrity of projects. You’ll liaise with consultants, suppliers, and trades while working closely with our Adelaide project and construction teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare tender costings, specifications, and contract pricing for social and SDA projects.
- Review drawings and documentation for accuracy and identify value-driven solutions.
- Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and issue purchase orders.
- Support tender submissions with supplier pricing, scope of works, and value management.
- Maintain competitive supplier pricing in collaboration with procurement.
- Work with project teams to resolve design or documentation issues.
- Contribute to WH&S; compliance and a safe workplace culture.
About You
- 5+ years’ estimating experience in custom homes, townhouses, or multi-residential projects.
- Strong knowledge of construction processes, terminology, and costings.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural/engineering drawings.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, numeracy, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Databuild/Framework (or equivalent) and MS Office Suite.
- Minimum Cert IV in Building/Construction Management or trade qualification.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a values-driven builder: Better Together, Open & Caring, Be the Change, Think Big, Committed to Excellence.
- Work on meaningful projects – from social housing to SDA developments across SA.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Career development in a growing national group.
What’s Next?
If you’re an Estimator who wants to apply your skills to purpose-driven projects in Adelaide, we’d love to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to join our team. From Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, and those who may face barriers to employment.