Estimator

PCF Construction Services Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PCF Construction Services Pty Ltd, based in Docklands, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our pre-construction team in Melbourne. You will take ownership of tenders from initial review through adjudication, reflecting market conditions, buildability and disciplined commercial risk management.

In this high-impact role you will build detailed cost plans for formwork, reinforcement and concrete, develop labour, plant and material build-ups and liaise with clients and subcontractors to

Qualifications

• Experience with taking-off and preparing BOQs for formwork, reinforcement and concrete.
• Ability to interpret structural and architectural drawings to support accurate estimates.
• Strong knowledge of Victorian labour, plant and material market rates.
• High-level Excel capability and strong commercial acumen.
• Experience with estimating software (Conquest, CCS, Causeway or similar).
• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or QS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed take-offs and BOQs (formwork, reinforcement and concrete).
• Develop labour, plant and material cost build-ups.
• Analyse subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure scope alignment.
• Identify commercial and delivery risks during the tender phase.
• Prepare tender queries and clarify scope gaps.
• Contribute to value engineering and buildability reviews.
• Participate in adjudication meetings with Managing Director.

Skills

Tendering

Estimating

Drawings interpretation

Excel proficiency

Commercial acumen

Civil/Construction knowledge

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or QS

Tools

Conquest

CCS

Causeway

Job description

PCF Construction Services Pty Ltd – Docklands VIC

PCF Construction Services is one of Victoria’s leading Tier 1 formwork and reinforced concrete specialists, delivering complex, high-profile building and civil projects across Metro Melbourne.

With a strong reputation for disciplined project delivery, technical capability and commercial performance, PCF partners with Tier 1 builders and major contractors to deliver technically challenging substructure and superstructure packages to the highest standards.

Due to a secured pipeline of large-scale projects and continued business growth, we are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our pre-construction team and play a key role in securing and shaping major concrete packages across Melbourne.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a high-impact position working closely with our Managing Director and senior leadership.

You will take ownership of tenders from initial review through to adjudication and structured handover, ensuring submissions reflect current market conditions, buildability considerations and disciplined commercial risk management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare detailed take-offs and BOQs (formwork, reinforcement and concrete)
• Develop labour, plant and material cost build-ups
• Analyse subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure scope alignment
• Identify commercial and delivery risks during the tender phase
• Prepare tender queries and clarify scope gaps
• Contribute to value engineering and buildability reviews
• Participate in adjudication meetings with Managing Director

Pre-Contract & Handover

• Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors during tender stage
• Support preparation of tender submissions and commercial summaries
• Assist with structured project handover to delivery teams

ABOUT YOU

• Strong understanding of substructure and superstructure methodologies
• Ability to confidently interpret structural and architectural drawings
• Experience with estimating software (Conquest, CCS, Causeway or similar)
• Strong knowledge of Victorian labour, plant and material market rates
• High-level Excel capability and strong commercial acumen
• Degree qualified (Civil Engineering, Construction Management or QS) preferred

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Secure pipeline of large-scale, technically complex projects
• Direct exposure to Managing Director and senior decision-makers
• Opportunity to take ownership of major tenders
• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience
• Docklands office location

If you are looking to take ownership of your tenders and play a key role in a growing, high-performing specialist contractor, we would like to hear from you.