Estimator - Northern Territory

McMahon Services; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

McMahon Services is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Darwin Precontracts team. The role offers potential to appoint a Senior Estimator for the right candidate and is focused on preparing competitive tenders for Defence, Government and commercial projects across the Northern Territory.

Responsibilities include take-offs, subcontractor pricing, evaluating bids, detailed cost estimates and tender submissions, working with Project Managers and subcontractors, and ensuring smooth

Qualifications

• Experience with Defence projects or similar security-sensitive environments.
• Strong commercial and analytical capabilities.
• Experience with Expert Estimation or similar estimating software.
• Experience using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 or similar programming software is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare building measurements and quantity take-offs.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier pricing enquiries.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and pricing submissions.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender pricing.
• Assist with tender submissions and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with Project Managers, construction teams and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
• Support successful project handovers following tender award.

Skills

Estimator experience

Defence project experience

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Tools

Expert Estimation software

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing more than 1,300 people across Australia.

Our Northern Territory team delivers Defence, Government and commercial projects throughout Australia. We're committed to developing our people, fostering collaboration and providing long-term career opportunities across a diverse range of sectors.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Estimator to join our Darwin Precontracts team. For the right candidate, we are also open to appointing a Senior Estimator.

Working closely with the Estimating Manager and broader team, you'll play a key role in preparing competitive tenders across a diverse portfolio of Defence, Government and commercial projects throughout the Northern Territory.

Whether you're already an experienced Senior Estimator or looking to take the next step in your career, this role offers genuine opportunities to broaden your experience while contributing to significant projects across the Northern Territory.

Why Darwin?

Imagine finishing work and spending your evenings fishing, enjoying waterfront dining, exploring national parks or heading away for a weekend adventure. Darwin offers a relaxed lifestyle, year-round warm weather, short commute times and access to some of Australia's most unique landscapes.

Combined with a strong pipeline of construction projects and genuine career opportunities, it's the perfect place to grow both professionally and personally.

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

What You'll Do

• Prepare building measurements and quantity take-offs.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier pricing enquiries.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and pricing submissions.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender pricing.
• Assist with tender submissions and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with Project Managers, construction teams and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
• Support successful project handovers following tender award.

What You'll Bring

Ideally, you will bring experience in some or all of the following:

• Defence project experience.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills.
• Experience with Expert Estimation or similar estimating software.
• Experience using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 or similar programming software is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing team.

Why Join McMahon Services?

• Diverse portfolio of Defence, Government and commercial building projects.
• Join an experienced Precontracts team who value collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Genuine career progression into senior estimating and leadership positions.
• Long-term career security with one of Australia's leading privately owned construction companies.
• Ongoing learning and development through our MAC Learning Academy.
• Relocation assistance available for interstate candidates.

Ready for Your Next Adventure?

If you're looking to grow your estimating career while enjoying everything the Northern Territory has to offer, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join McMahon Services.

No recruitment agencies please.

At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences