Meet Peter Irvin – Australia’s Leading Construction Cost Estimator

Meet Peter Irvin – Australia’s Leading Construction Cost Estimator

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ith more than 30 years of experience in the Australian building and construction industry, Peter Irvin is recognised as one of the country's most trusted and knowledgeable construction cost estimators.

From residential home builds to complex commercial and civil projects, Peter brings technical accuracy, real-world insight, and disciplined methodology to every estimate he prepares.

As the Managing Director and Lead Estimator at Estimating Australia, Peter has spent more than a decade helping builders, owner-builders, developers and civil contractors stay on budget, reduce financial risk and tender confidently.

His blend of experience, commercial intellect and structured estimating processes sets a benchmark for accuracy in an industry where numbers truly matter.

Peter is also active on LinkedIn, where he shares insights on construction estimating and industry trends.

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Professional Background and Experience

Peter's career spans the full lifecycle of construction, giving him a rare depth of understanding that strengthens every estimate he produces. His background includes hands-on experience in:

• Residential construction

• Commercial development

• Civil and infrastructure projects

• Design and documentation

• Procurement and contract management

• Business operations and cost planning

Across 30+ years, Peter has worked with small builders, large commercial contractors, engineering teams and property developers.

This exposure gives him a grounded perspective on labour, materials, subcontractor markets and modern project delivery methods.

Areas of Expertise

Peter specialises in detailed and reliable cost estimating across multiple sectors:

Tools, Software and Methodologies

Peter uses a refined combination of modern software and hands-on technical skill to prepare each estimate. These include:

• CostX

• Cubit

• BuildXact

• Bluebeam

• Australia-wide cost databases

• Subcontractor rate analysis

• Take-off measurement tools

• Gantt chart scheduling systems

Every estimate includes detailed quantities, labour rates, material pricing and real-time market considerations.

Why Builders Trust Peter Irvin

Clients across Australia consistently choose Peter because he provides:

• More than 30 years of on-site experience

• Accurate and transparent cost breakdowns

• Clear communication without technical jargon

• Australia-wide pricing knowledge

• Fixed-fee estimates (no hidden costs)

• Fast turnaround time or 48-hour priority service

• Consistent, repeatable processes trusted by builders nationwide

Industry Standards, Professional Alignment and Compliance

Peter aligns his estimating practices with the guidelines and principles of:

• Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS)

• Master Builders Australia (MBA)

• National Construction Code (NCC)

Work With Peter on Your Next Project

Whether you are building a new home, tendering a commercial development or pricing civil works, Peter Irvin can prepare a complete construction cost estimate tailored to your project.

Ready to get started?
Send your plans today or arrange an online meeting with Peter.