Junior Project Manager / Estimator

Austadiums; Hobart; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct mentoring from owners

Path to Project Manager

Major stadium/hospital projects

Job summary

Austadiums in Hobart, Tasmania, seeks a Junior Estimator or Junior Site Engineer to join a regional subcontractor delivering steel and concrete packages on major projects. You will work directly with the owners who provide hands-on mentorship and a clear progression path to Project Manager.

Essentially, you will assist with planning, budgeting, tender reviews and procurement while developing skills in reading drawings and cost control.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years as a Junior Estimator or Junior Site Engineer in construction.
• Estimating knowledge, including quantity take-offs and pricing for steel or concrete packages.
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Ability to read structural drawings and specifications; commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Support owners to plan, program and deliver steel and concrete packages from award to handover.
• Coordinate site crews, suppliers and subcontractors to keep works on time and to specification.
• Attend site meetings with Tier 1 head contractors and follow up actions.
• Assist with budgets, cost reports, progress claims and variations.
• Support estimating, tender reviews and procurement of materials.
• Review drawings, raise RFIs and maintain project, quality and WHS documentation.

Skills

Estimating knowledge

Reading structural drawings

Excel proficiency

Strong organisation

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

THE ROLE

Our client is an owner-led structural steel and concrete subcontractor with more than 40 years in the industry. Based in Southern Tasmania, the business delivers major projects such as stadiums and hospitals for Tier 1 contractors.

This is a first step into project management for a Junior Estimator or Junior Site Engineer. You will work directly with the owners, who will mentor you, and there is a clear pathway to Project Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the owners to plan, program and deliver steel and concrete packages from award to handover.
• Coordinate site crews, suppliers and subcontractors to keep works on time and to specification.
• Attend site meetings with Tier 1 head contractors and follow up actions.
• Assist with budgets, cost reports, progress claims and variations.
• Support estimating, tender reviews and procurement of materials.
• Review drawings, raise RFIs and maintain project, quality and WHS documentation.

ABOUT YOU

Essential

• One to three years as a Junior Estimator, Junior Site Engineer or similar in construction.
• Estimating knowledge, including quantity take-offs and pricing, ideally for steel or concrete packages.
• A degree (completed or near completion) in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Ability to read structural drawings and specifications.
• Strong organisation, communication and Excel skills.
• Current White Card and a full driver licence.
• You will be practical and eager to learn, with a strong commitment to safety and quality.

WHAT IS ON OFFER

• Direct mentoring from experienced owners and a clear path to Project Manager.
• Major stadium and hospital projects with Tier 1 contractors.
• A stable, close-knit business with a steady pipeline of work.
• Competitive salary plus superannuation, [benefits to be confirmed].