At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the estimating process for civil construction projects and prepare competitive tenders.
- Company: Join a growing civil contractor in Brisbane with a strong project pipeline.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, autonomy, and close access to leadership.
- Other info: Equal opportunity employer encouraging diverse applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in securing and delivering exciting future projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in civil estimating and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Evolve Talent are supporting a growing civil & pipeline construction contractor in Brisbane, in their search for a Senior Estimator. This is a hands‑on role for someone who understands civil construction, knows how projects are built, and can take a tender from drawings and scope through to a competitive, commercially sound estimate.
The Role
- Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes
- Completing detailed quantity take‑offs and Bills of Quantities
- Preparing project estimates and cost plans
- Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier pricing
- Pricing labour, materials, plant and subcontractor costs
- Identifying project risks, exclusions and commercial opportunities
- Preparing and submitting competitive tenders
- Working closely with project delivery teams to ensure estimates are practical and buildable
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
- Supporting tender strategy and project pricing
About You
We’re looking for a hands‑on Senior Estimator who can work autonomously and has genuine experience estimating civil construction projects. You’ll ideally have:
- Proven experience as a Civil Estimator / Senior Estimator
- Strong experience across pipelines, drainage, concrete, utilities or general civil infrastructure
- Demonstrated experience managing tenders from start to finish
- A strong understanding of civil construction methodologies
- The ability to complete your own take‑offs, pricing and cost build‑ups
- Established subcontractor and supplier relationships
- Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- The ability to take ownership and work with minimal hand‑holding
What’s On Offer
- Brisbane‑based role with a hybrid working arrangement
- Approximately 2-3 days in the office, with the remainder working from home
- Opportunity to join a growing civil contractor with a strong pipeline of work
- Genuine autonomy and ownership across estimating and tendering
- Close access to senior leadership and project delivery teams
- Opportunity to play a key role in securing and delivering future projects
Evolve Talent is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.
Senior Estimator in Brisbane employer: Evolve Talent
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