Estimator

Apprise Consulting Ltd; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SMW-Shutdowns, Maintenance & Welding in Central Queensland seeks a highly experienced Estimator to manage tender life cycles from evaluation to submission. You will compile accurate cost estimates and document assumptions to drive profitable bids.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in Civil Construction or related fields, strong MS Office skills (Excel/Word/Outlook), and a valid Driver's Licence with a White Construction Card. Salary range $75,000–$85,000 + super.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in Civil Construction or applicable industry
• Previous experience in the Estimating industry
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Driver's Licence
• White Construction Card

Responsibilities

• Seek out opportunities for business growth and initial bid/tender analysis including risk assessment
• Contract scrutiny for risks/opportunities and client requirements; liaise with subcontractors/suppliers
• Prepare detailed take-offs and cost estimates; develop project schedules; engage internal stakeholders
• Prepare bid/submission documentation and assist in post-tender negotiations with Senior Management

Skills

Time management

Numerical & IT aptitude

Attention to detail

Interpersonal & presentation skills

Meet deadlines

Education

White Construction Card

Driver's Licence

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Our valued client SMW-Shutdowns, Maintenance & Welding is a proud Central Queensland provider of field servicing, maintenance and emergency repair/ rebuild services with over 10 years' experience servicing the Central Queensland region. They are currently seeking highly experienced ESTIMATOR to join their team. The Estimator will diligently create/compile internal documents through the full life cycle of a tender from bid evaluation to bid submission.

The Estimator is required to carry out their duties including (but not limited) to the following: Diligently prepare accurate confidential estimates and bid submissions for projects to grow the business in a positive trend whilst leveraging positive relationship with suppliers, subcontractors, internal stake holders and clients. Provide knowledge of cost and benefits that support pro table business decisions.

Ensure compliance with financial targets in a consistent and integrated manner to align with SMW strategic direction. The Estimator role is critical to the ongoing success of the business. As such, all interactions with external stakeholders must be conducted in a positive way to ensure ongoing growth and success of the business

Responsibilities include:

• Seek out opportunities for business growth Initial bid/tender receivable and internal GO/NO GO analysis including risk analysis
• Contract scrutiny for risks/opportunities Determine key client/contract requirements Subcontractors/supplier liaison including analysis and recommendations
• Detailed take off qualities Prepare detailed cost estimates and project schedules Internal stakeholder engagement
• Bid/Submission documentation Post tender negotiation (with the input from Senior Management)

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required

• Excellent time management skills
• Exquisite numerical and IT ability with an analytical mindset
• Intricate attention to detail
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication and presentation abilities
• Effectively lead both internal and external meetings
• Effectively develop relationships with internal and external stake holders
• Be courageous, not aggressive, or emotional in receiving feedback from team members, peers, and leaders
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical assessment
• Ability to meet critical key deadlines

The right person for this role, must have the following qualifications and experience

• Minimum 6 years in the Civil Construction industry or applicable industry
• Previous experience in the Estimating industry
• High Level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, Outlook
• Driver's Licence
• White Construction Card

If you possess the qualities and skills required for this role and you feel this job is for you, Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per annum + Super