Estimator Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Estimators in Brisbane earn a median salary of $140,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $90,000 and $215,000. That sits 56% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 61 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 18% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↓ -7 listings vs last month
💰 Estimator · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$90,000 – $215,000
Median: $140,000
Aug $150k
Sep $140k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $88,000 – $200,000
Senior level $125,000 – $250,500
Overall $90k–$215k Mid $88k–$200k Senior $125k–$250k $85k $119k $154k $188k $223k $258k
Moderate confidence 61 listings (-7 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 61 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 49.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 50.8% 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%  $90,000 Median  $140,000 $215,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

The median fell $10,000 to $140,000 with listings easing from 68 to 61. Sydney now leads at $160,000, with Brisbane second and both Melbourne and Perth at $125,000. The senior band runs $125,000 to $250,000 on 18 listings with a median of $200,000, a $70,000 step above the mid band median, which is one of the largest seniority premiums in this report. At 49% salary disclosure the figure is well supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $140,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,929
Monthly (net)
~$8,361
Annual (net)
~$100,333
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $156,100

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 $90,000 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 $140,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $140,000 an estimator earns 55.6% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,929 a week and moderate living costs. Sydney pays $20,000 more in nominal terms, but the housing difference makes Brisbane competitive on take-home. Within Brisbane construction it sits between the trades at around $109,000 and contracts administration at $160,000.
How much does a Senior Estimator make in Brisbane?
Senior listings run $125,000 to $250,000 with a median of $200,000, from 18 listings. Head estimator or commercial management on major infrastructure and tier-one projects is what reaches it. The jump from mid to senior is worth $70,000 on median here, which is unusually large.

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Estimator salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $140,000 0%
Sydney $160,000 +14%
Melbourne $125,000 -11%
Perth $125,000 -11%
Adelaide $101,250 -28%

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