Estimating Assistant

Simmons Civil; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Simmons Civil in Gladstone, QLD is seeking a part-time Estimating Assistant to join our growing team. You will provide essential administrative and technical support to prepare accurate quotations and cost estimates, helping bids be competitive and professionally presented.

The role involves site assessments, data gathering, and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams to gather pricing and project information, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative, data entry and organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet tight deadlines.
• Sound numeracy skills and the ability to work with figures accurately.
• Knowledge of construction or civil engineering terminology and practices (desirable).
• Experience with estimating software or project management tools (desirable).
• A willingness to learn.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of project estimates, quotations and tender documents.
• Gather and compile project specifications, drawings, plans and supporting documentation.
• Support the verification of material costs, labour rates and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare and format tender submissions ensuring all documentation is complete and professional.
• Conduct preliminary site assessments.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to obtain pricing and project information.
• Maintain organised systems for estimates, quotations and historical project data.

Skills

Administration

Data entry

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Multitasking

Numeracy

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Estimating software

Project management tools

Job description

Simmons Civil is seeking a part-time Estimating Assistant to join our growing team in Gladstone, QLD. The role will provide essential administrative and technical support, contributing to the accurate and timely preparation of project quotations and cost estimates. This role is instrumental in ensuring that our bids are competitive, detailed and professionally presented, directly impacting the success of Simmons Civil's projects.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of project estimates, quotations and tender documents
• Gather and compile project specifications, drawings, plans and supporting documentation
• Support the verification of material costs, labour rates and subcontractor quotations
• Prepare and format tender submissions ensuring all documentation is complete and professional
• Conduct preliminary site assessments
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to obtain pricing and project information
• Maintain organised systems for estimates, quotations and historical project data

What we're looking for

• Strong administrative, data entry and organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet tight deadlines
• Sound numeracy skills and the ability to work with figures accurately
• Knowledge of construction or civil engineering terminology and practices (desirable)
• Experience with estimating software or project management tools (desirable)
• A willingness to learn
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team

What we offer

Simmons Civil is committed to fostering a supportive workplace where our team members can thrive. Our team values professional development and we encourage continuous learning. This is a part-time role, 8 hours per day, Tuesday to Thursday each week, supporting work-life balance. Our company culture emphasises teamwork, safety and continuous improvement, making us a respected employer in the regional construction industry.