Estimator - Trade Services NZ at Bunnings

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Estimating, Cost estimation, Plan interpretation, Specification interpretation, Numerical skills, Attention to detail, Supplier management, Stakeholder management, Project documentation, Technical insight, Data analysis, Commercial awareness, Spreadsheet proficiency, Time management

Industry

Retail

Description

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter! What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team: Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build About the role: As an Estimator in our Trade Services team, you’ll play a key role in turning plans and project ideas into clear, competitive costings that support confident decisions and strong customer outcomes. Working closely with sales, operations and suppliers, you’ll help shape customer proposals and support sustainable business growth. You’ll be part of a collaborative, practical team environment that’s focused on learning, quality outcomes and Inspiring you to give it a red hot go. What’s involved: In this role, you’ll contribute across the full estimating process by: Interpreting plans, specifications and project documentation to define scope Preparing detailed cost estimates covering materials, labour and related costs Working with suppliers and internal teams to confirm pricing and technical detail Delivering accurate estimates within agreed timeframes and standards Supporting sales teams with technical insight and clarification Maintaining estimating records and cost data Identifying opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency and value Supporting smooth handover of successful tenders to delivery teams About you: You’re detail‑focused, commercially minded and comfortable working with technical information. You enjoy collaborating with others, asking questions and finding practical solutions. You take pride in producing accurate work and understand how your contribution supports customers and colleagues. What you’ll need: Experience preparing cost estimates in construction, building materials or a related field Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications Strong numerical skills and attention to detail Confidence working with suppliers and internal stakeholders Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Comfort using estimating tools and spreadsheets Nau mai, haere mai - you’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong. We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates all voices, perspectives, and contributions and reflects the communities we serve across Aotearoa. We value te reo Māori and tikanga Māori, and we respect the whenua we do business on. Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings. We’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help. If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you. For support, contact us at jobs@bunnings.co.nz. Bunnings reserves the right to close job advertisements at any time, so we encourage you to apply early. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, as we have a dedicated internal Talent Acquisition team managing all hiring processes. About Us Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're proud to support project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry through our network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online. At Bunnings, our purpose is simple: we’re here to inspire people to have a red hot go! Whether that's backing our team to grow, supporting customers to take on new projects, or helping communities make a real difference. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will be part of a culture that encourages you to roll up your sleeves and build something great together. If you’re ready to have a go, apply today. Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role. We are the leading retailer of home improvement and outdoor living products in Australia and New Zealand, and a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry. Our ambition is to provide our customers with the widest range of home improvement products in accordance with our lowest prices policy, backed with the best service. Our Team Members are the soul of our business, and bring this vision to life every day in our stores throughout Australia and New Zealand. "We're building the best ... our team makes it happen". At Bunnings, we believe a diverse team creates the best mix of perspectives which helps us innovate and make better decisions. We want our team to have diverse thinking, perspectives, backgrounds and education, which supports us in representing the local communities we serve and so our team can bring their whole self to work. A diverse and inclusive team makes everyone feel valued, respected and connected at work. We’re committed to creating a safe and supportive work environment for all team members regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or background.

Responsibilities

You will interpret project plans and specifications to prepare detailed, accurate cost estimates for materials and labor. Additionally, you will collaborate with sales teams and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and support successful project outcomes.