At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accurate tenders for exciting civil construction projects like roads and bridges.
- Company: Respected civil construction company with a strong pipeline of work.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Unlock your potential with opportunities for continued growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make an impact on diverse infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in estimating or engineering within civil construction is essential.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Competitive Salary + Career Growth Opportunities
About the Company
We are a well-established and respected civil construction company delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the Gold Coast and greater Brisbane regions. With a strong pipeline of upcoming work, we are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Estimator to join our growing team.
About the Role
As an Estimator / Project Engineer, you will play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive tenders for a variety of civil construction projects including roads, bridges, and utilities. Your work may encompass elements of project management and contract liaison, to ensure all aspects of the tender process through to project delivery are executed with precision.
Seeking a highly experienced Civil Estimator proficient in delivering first-principles estimates across civil infrastructure, land development and roadworks projects. Strong end-to-end tender capability covering BOQs, risk analysis, subcontractor engagement, value engineering and compliant submissions for council and TMR-based works. With a background in pricing bulk earthworks, drainage, utilities, pavements and vegetation works, with proven ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines while supporting construction handovers and variation pricing, with experience across South East Queensland.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and Bills of Quantities (BoQs)
- Analyse drawings, specifications, and documentation to determine project costs
- Ensure full scope of work is captured in tenders
- Review and assess subcontractor pricing and proposals
- Prepare and submit RFIs and tender schedules
- Provide cost comparisons and estimating advice on alternatives
- Conduct site visits to assess project scope and project progress
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Proven experience in estimating, quantity surveying, or engineering within civil construction
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and labor costs
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Proficiency in 1st principles take-offs and measurement
- Experience managing the full tender process from start to finish
- Understanding of contract development and negotiation
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills
- High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Onsite experience is highly regarded
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field
- Valid driver’s license (for site visits)
- White card
Why Join Us?
- Work on diverse and challenging civil projects
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Unlock your potential with opportunities beyond estimation, fostering continued growth and development
- Competitive salary and benefits
(Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted)
Civil Estimator / Project Engineer employer: Sniffers Group
Sniffers Group is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the civil infrastructure sector. Located in the vibrant Gold Coast and Brisbane regions, employees benefit from competitive remuneration, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that encourages growth and career advancement. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and contributions while working on impactful projects that shape our communities.
