Estimator Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Estimators in Brisbane earn a median salary of $133,750 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $95,500 and $224,000. That sits 53% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 72 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 13% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +5 listings vs last month
💰 Estimator · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$95,500 – $224,000
Median: $133,750
Jun $135k
Jul $133k
→ Stable

Based on 2-month data, short-term movement only.

Mid level $86,000 – $160,000
Senior level $137,500 – $250,000
Overall $95k–$224k Mid $86k–$160k Senior $137k–$250k $83k $118k $153k $187k $222k $257k
Moderate confidence 72 listings (+5 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 72 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 37.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 62.5% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $95,500 Median  $133,750 $224,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

The 96% spread here is genuine rather than an artefact: the senior band runs $137,000 to $250,000 on 26 listings, well clear of the mid band's $86,000 to $160,000 on 42. That is one of the few roles in this data where seniority is worth a real step rather than a few thousand dollars. Brisbane's $133,000 median sits behind Melbourne at $150,000 and Sydney at $140,000, though ahead of Perth and Adelaide. Volume rose slightly to 72 listings while the median eased $1,250.

Take Home Pay (based on median $133,750)

Weekly (net)
~$1,856
Monthly (net)
~$8,043
Annual (net)
~$96,520
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $149,131

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Estimator in Brisbane?
The $95,000 floor assumes construction experience, so estimating is a second career rather than an entry point. Most people arrive from a trade, quantity surveying or site engineering. Takeoff software, with Cubit, Buildsoft and Bluebeam recurring in listings, plus subcontractor pricing experience, are what separate the lower band.
Is $133,750 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $133,000 an estimator earns 52.9% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home near $1,856 a week and moderate living costs. Melbourne pays $17,000 more in nominal terms, but the housing difference makes Brisbane competitive on a take-home basis. Within Brisbane construction it sits between contracts administration at $160,000 and the trades at around $100,000.
How much does a Senior Estimator make in Brisbane?
Senior listings run $137,000 to $250,000 with a median of $200,000, from 26 listings, which is a large enough sample to trust. Reaching it means head estimator or commercial management on major infrastructure and tier-one projects. The jump from mid to senior is worth $75,000 on median here, the largest seniority premium of any Brisbane role in this report.

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Estimator salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $133,750 0%
Melbourne $150,000 +12%
Sydney $140,000 +5%
Perth $125,000 -7%
Adelaide $115,000 -14%

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