Estimator & Project Coordinator – Signage / Large Format Print

Two Positions Available | Mt Waverley

Zest Image is growing, and we are currently looking for two experienced professionals to join our team:

• Estimator

• Project Coordinator

If you have experience in large-format printing, signage, manufacturing, shopfitting or related industries and enjoy working in a fast-paced, creative environment, we would love to hear from you.

Position 1 – Estimator

The Role

We are seeking a passionate, technically minded and commercially skilled Estimator with solid experience in large-format print and/or signage.

You will play an important role in accurately costing projects, sourcing materials and services, supporting the sales and production teams, and ensuring projects are commercially viable from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock pricing and ordering

• Planning, job costing and estimating internal and outsourced jobs

• Costing print, finishing, packing, logistics and installation

• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and installers

• Obtaining and comparing external supplier pricing

• Monitoring quote volumes, conversion rates and margins

• Using Excel and MIS/job management systems to cost and manage projects

• Supporting improvements to estimating and quoting processes

• Exploring and assisting with the implementation of AI-based quoting tools

About You

• Experience in large-format print and/or signage production

• Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness

• Strong computer and systems skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

• Able to manage multiple quotes and projects simultaneously

• Proactive and solutions-focused

• A collaborative team player

• Passionate about delivering quality and commercially successful outcomes

Position 2 – Project Coordinator

The Role

We are seeking an organised and proactive Project Coordinator to manage signage and print projects from approved order through to final completion.

You will act as a central point between clients, project managers, design, estimating, production, suppliers, subcontractors and installation teams, helping ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, to specification and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple projects from handover through to completion

• Review client briefs, quotations, purchase orders, drawings and specifications

• Prepare and maintain project schedules and production timelines

• Coordinate design, artwork, shop drawings and client approvals

• Liaise professionally with clients and provide project updates

• Coordinate site surveys and confirm measurements, access and installation requirements

• Prepare accurate production briefs and job information

• Coordinate projects with internal production departments

• Monitor production progress and identify potential delays

• Coordinate materials, suppliers, subcontractors and purchase requirements

• Monitor supplier lead times and outsourced production

• Coordinate installation dates, installers, access equipment and site requirements

• Prepare installation documentation and project packs

• Monitor project costs against quoted allowances and identify variations

• Ensure project documentation, approvals and records are accurate and up to date

• Coordinate quality checks, defects and rectification works

• Assist with project completion, invoicing and close-out

About You

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Confident managing multiple projects at the same time

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Commercially aware with an understanding of project costs

• Able to read plans, drawings and specifications

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Confident communicating with clients, suppliers, trades and internal teams

• Practical, proactive and solutions-focused

• Able to take ownership of projects while working collaboratively with the wider team

Experience in signage, large-format printing, construction, shopfitting, displays and exhibitions, manufacturing, branding implementation or retail rollout projects will be highly regarded.

Experience coordinating projects involving design, manufacturing and onsite installation would be particularly advantageous.

Why Join Zest Image?

• Join a supportive and experienced team in a creative and dynamic industry

• Work across diverse projects including retail, major events, branding and large-format signage

• Be involved in projects from concept and production through to installation

• Opportunity to develop your skills and take ownership of your work

• Work for a business that values initiative, problem-solving and continuous improvement

• Convenient Mt Waverley location with onsite parking

How to Apply

If either of these opportunities sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and clearly state whether you are applying for:

1. Estimator
or
2. Project Coordinator

Applications can be sent to ••••@zestimage.com.au.