HO - Estimator

REDPATH MINING; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining contractor is seeking an Estimator to join their Commercial & Tendering Team in Brisbane. This role involves preparing and supporting tender submissions, reviewing documents, and maintaining a tendering database. Qualified candidates should have a tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering and 5 years of relevant industry experience. Exceptional negotiation, analytical skills, and attention to detail are essential for this position, offering the chance to contribute to innovative mining practices within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in the mining industry in an engineering or site-based role.
• Experience in managing the tender submission process to successful outcomes.
• Advanced understanding of estimation methodologies and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and technical proposals for tender submissions.
• Review and assess tenders ensuring all tender documents are correct.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of tender documents.
• Maintain the tendering database.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Project management principles

Education

Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Mining)

Job description

Job Description

The Estimator role is part of the Commercial & Tendering Team and will be responsible for preparing and supporting the timely submission of tender documents, ensuring a thorough understanding of the requirements of the Client and tender specifications.

Responsibilities

• Support and update the Senior Estimator as required, including preparing cost estimates and technical proposals for tender submissions.
• Review and assess tenders ensuring all tender documents are received and correct.
• Review tender documents assessing scope, risks involved, tender complexity, etc and provide feedback to the Senior Estimator and Commercial & Tendering Manager.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of tender documents.
• Make tender amendments where applicable utilising client feedback on submitted tender.
• Maintain an understanding of the performance of current projects to ensure continuous improvement for all future tendering opportunities.
• Ensure the tendering database is maintained.
• Maintain a good understanding of current project operations.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Mining).
• Minimum 5 years in the mining industry in an engineering or site‑based role.
• Be open‑minded and willing to learn new things and work with different processes and procedures.
• Previous extensive experience in the co‑ordination, planning, administration and management of the tender submission process to successful outcomes.
• Possess an advanced understanding of the development of estimation methodologies, identification of major cost components, performing bid evaluations, cost factor analysis and risk analysis.
• Demonstrated high level negotiation and analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy with numbers.
• Sound working knowledge of Project Management principles.

About Us

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier‑free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

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Redpath is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates wanting to join a friendly, collaborative team in a fast paced business environment. We will be short‑listing for this position immediately, so please submit your application by clicking on the 'apply' button below, or visit our website at Careers at Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers.