Arboriculture Senior Estimator / Tender Coordinator
- Are you someone who thrives on numbers, strategy, and winning work?
- Do you enjoy accurately pricing projects, identifying profitable opportunities, and working closely with clients to secure both residential and commercial contracts?
- Do you have strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and experience in estimating, quoting, or tender submissions?
- Have you worked within the arboriculture or tree services industry and understand the importance of job costing, compliance, resource allocation, and operational efficiency?
- Do you already have valuable industry contacts, commercial relationships, or networks that could help generate opportunities and strengthen business growth?
If you have previous experience with commercial tenders, larger-scale project pricing, council/client submissions, and understand how to effectively utilise internal crews, equipment, and operational resources, this role could be an outstanding opportunity.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly capable Senior Estimator / Tender Coordinator to join our growing arboricultural business in Melbourne.
This role is ideal for someone who can accurately estimate and quote tree works, secure profitable tenders, strategically utilise company resources, and help drive long-term business growth.
You will play a critical role in driving revenue, improving profitability, maximising operational efficiency, and ensuring projects are correctly scoped from the outset.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct site visits and client consultations
- Prepare accurate quotes for residential, commercial, and large-scale arboricultural works
- Assess job scope, access, safety risks, equipment, permits, labour requirements, and operational resources
- Identify tender opportunities and manage tender submissions from start to finish
- Prepare pricing schedules, supporting documentation, and compliance paperwork
- Manage incoming leads and maximise conversion rates
- Leverage existing industry relationships and networks where possible
- Liaise with clients, councils, contractors, and internal operations teams
- Support handover to operations for successful project delivery
- Assist in improving estimating systems, pricing strategy, resource allocation, and profitability analysis
What We’re Looking For
- Strong experience within arboriculture or tree services (essential)
- Excellent numerical skills and commercial awareness
- Previous estimating, quoting, or project pricing experience
- Strong understanding of how to effectively utilise crews, equipment, and company resources
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
- Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of outcomes
- Solid understanding of compliance, safety, and project logistics
Highly Regarded (Bonus)
- Previous tender writing and submission experience
- Existing industry contacts, commercial relationships, or client networks
- Experience with commercial or government contracts
- Understanding of council processes and permit pathways
- Familiarity with ServiceM8, Xero, or similar systems
- Strong strategic mindset focused on business growth
What’s on Offer
- $100,000 – $120,000 base salary (depending on experience)
- Profit-based commission or KPI incentives
- Company vehicle + fuel card
- Senior leadership opportunity with real impact
- Established business with strong growth trajectory
- Long-term career progression
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role where your ability to estimate accurately, secure profitable tenders, maximise resources, and leverage industry connections will directly influence business success.
You won’t simply be pricing jobs – you’ll be helping shape the future growth, profitability, and operational strength of a highly established and ambitious business.
How to Apply
Submit your application via Seek.
