Civil Estimator

W3Global; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a Civil Estimator based in Maitland, NSW to prepare detailed cost estimates for civil construction and earthworks, including subdivisions and road works. You will review drawings, perform quantity take-offs, and assemble competitive tenders.

You will work with project managers and site supervisors to refine estimates, analyze quotes, track pricing, and support bid strategies. A technical background in civil engineering or related field is preferred, with strong Excel skills

Qualifications

• Experience with quantity take-offs, rate build-ups and tender submissions for civil works.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and civil construction specs.
• Strong numerical and Excel skills; familiarity with estimating software.
• Effective communication with project managers, site teams, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple bids and deadlines.
• Field or site estimating experience is highly regarded.
• Qualifications in civil engineering, construction management or related discipline.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil projects.
• Review drawings and specifications to support estimates.
• Perform quantity take-offs and rate build-ups.
• Solicit and analyze supplier and subcontractor quotes.
• Develop competitive tenders and project budgets.
• Maintain estimating databases and track market pricing.
• Collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to refine estimates.

Skills

Estimating

Civil understanding

Analytical skills

Communication

Organization

Site experience

Safety & compliance

Education

Civil engineering / construction management/ quantity surveying degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Role Description: This is a full-time, on-site Civil Estimator role based in Maitland, NSW. The Civil Estimator will prepare detailed cost estimates for civil construction and earthmoving projects, including subdivisions, road and pavement works, and bulk and detailed earthworks. Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing drawings and specifications, conducting quantity take-offs, requesting and analyzing supplier and subcontractor quotes, and developing competitive tenders and budgets. The role involves collaborating with project managers and site supervisors to refine estimates, assess construction methodologies, and support risk management and project planning. The Civil Estimator will also maintain estimating databases, track market pricing, and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes and bid strategies.

Qualifications

• Estimation and cost planning skills, including quantity take-offs, rate build-ups, and preparation of tender submissions for civil works.
• Technical understanding of civil construction, earthworks, pavements, and related methodologies, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with proficiency in Excel and estimating software or relevant digital tools.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with project managers, site teams, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Solid organizational and time-management abilities, including managing multiple bids, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Relevant experience in civil construction or earthmoving estimating; prior field or site experience is highly regarded.
• Certificate, diploma, or degree in civil engineering, construction management, quantity surveying, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach to project challenges.