Civil Infrastructure Estimator/Junior Estimator

Damcon Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite Parking

Inclusive team environment

High profile projects

Great culture

Job summary

Damcon Pty Ltd in NSW seeks an experienced Estimator for civil/bridge infrastructure and road projects. Based in Gregory Hills, join a fast-growing team handling high-profile work.

You will compile first-principle estimates, perform quantity take-offs, manage subcontractor scopes, and run tender analyses with Excel and Cubit Estimating. FRP experience and Australian market knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or equivalent in Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar.
• Minimum 2 years civil estimating experience in the Australian market.
• Experience in cost planning and tendering construction projects.
• Familiarity with Australian delivery models and contracts.
• FRP experience is essential for this role.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Compile and prepare first principle estimating, resource-based cost estimates with fully resourced program using company-supported estimating software.
• Provide data-base management services and reporting.
• Analysis and review of tender requirements.
• Development of program of work in consultation with the delivery team.
• Perform quantity take-off from construction drawings and other defined documents.
• Managing the review process to ensure award of subcontracts within required timeframe and budget.
• Prepare scope of works for tender packages to accompany request for quotations issued to subcontractors.
• Liaise and manage consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors during tender, post-tender, and construction.
• Commercial and technical risk assessment analysis.

Skills

Excel advanced

FRP experience

Communication skills

Education

Engineering/Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Cubit Estimating Software

Job description

Due to the pipeline of work, we are a fast paced organisation experiencing remarkable growth and are looking to expand our team. We are looking for a highly experienced, and motivated Estimator with experience working on civil/bridge infrastructure and road projects. This role is based in Gregory Hills in the new business precinct area that is rapidly expanding.

Key responsibilities

• Compile and prepare first principle estimating, resource-based cost estimates with fully resourced program using company-supported estimating software.
• Provide data-base management services and reporting.
• Analysis and review of tender requirements.
• Development of program of work in consultation with the delivery team.
• Perform quantity take-off from construction drawings and other defined documents.
• Managing the review process to ensure award of subcontracts within required timeframe and budget.
• Prepare scope of works for tender packages to accompany request for quotations issued to subcontractors.
• Liaise and manage consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors during tender, post-tender, and construction.
• Commercial and technical risk assessment analysis.

About you

• Degree qualified or equivalent in Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar.
• Minimum 2 years of civil estimating experience specifically within the Australian market is required.
• Experience and success in cost planning and tendering construction projects across multiple market sectors.
• Familiarity with Australian construction delivery and construction models and contracts.
• Cubit Estimating Software experience is preferred, however training will be provided to suitable candidates.
• Advanced skills in Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• FRP experience is essential for this role.
• Competitive Salary + Super
• Onsite Parking
• Inclusive team Environment
• Opportunity to work on high profile jobs
• Great Culture

About us

We are an experienced, dynamic infrastructure and construction company providing FRP solutions for a diverse range of clients across NSW. We've always been a construction company determined to go above and beyond for our clients which makes us a leader in the building and construction industry. We cover the construction spectrum of buildings, civil infrastructure, concrete structures, rail, commercial, industrial, and bridges.