Senior Estimator – Workshop

FMS Group | WA Workshop Division
Perth WA | Full Time

About the Role

FMS Group is seeking a Senior Estimator – Workshop to join our WA Workshop team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate fabrication quotations, managing RFQs, and supporting production planning, scheduling, and procurement activities.

You will play a key role in ensuring estimates are commercially sound, aligned with technical specifications, and delivered on time to support workshop operations and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed fabrication estimates from drawings, specifications, and RFQs
• Analyse material requirements, labour, and fabrication processes using rate tables
• Source and manage supplier and subcontractor pricing
• Ensure all estimates align with scope, budget, and timelines
• Support workshop scheduling, production planning, and project pipeline management
• Coordinate site visits, measure-ups, and job scoping activities
• Maintain strong communication with internal teams and clients
• Ensure timely responses to customer enquiries and RFQs
• Mentor and support team members in estimating and quoting processes
• Identify risks, improvements, and process efficiencies
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company standards

About You

• Trade or Engineering qualification (or Engineering Degree)
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in mining, heavy earthmoving, or fabrication environments
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes and workshop operations
• Experience in estimating, project planning, or operations coordination
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (MS Project highly regarded)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused mindset

Desirable

• Project Management qualifications (Diploma, CAMP, or PMP)
• First Aid & CPR certification
• Leadership or management training

Our Culture

At FMS Group, our values guide everything we do:

• First in Safety – Safety is our top priority
• Mates in the Workplace – We support and look out for each other
• Work/Life Balance – We value life outside of work
• Ownership & Excellence – We take pride in delivering quality outcomes

What We Offer

• Secure, long-term opportunity in a growing business
• Collaborative and supportive workshop environment
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Strong safety and wellbeing focus

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced estimator with a background in workshop or fabrication environments and are looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.