Lead Estimator & Team Leader - Energy Projects

Clough Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major projects Australia

Career development

Global projects experience

Employee assistance

Mental health

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Clough Limited seeks a Lead Estimator to oversee the estimating function across tenders and project validations within the Webuild Group. You will lead a team of estimators and quantity surveyors, ensuring estimates are accurate, competitive and aligned with industry benchmarks.

This national role in Australia requires travel during bid studies and close collaboration with tender managers, project services leaders, subcontractors and senior stakeholders to drive robust cost strategies and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or related discipline.
• 10–15+ years' experience in Energy & Resources.
• Senior/Lead Estimator on EPC or construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Australian standards and EBA agreements.
• Proficient in CCS Candy estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating function for tenders and project cost validation.
• Develop and own direct and indirect cost estimates.
• Prepare unit rates, daywork rates, and clarifications for tenders.
• Coordinate methodologies, schedules and execution strategies.
• Monitor estimating progress and report weekly.
• Present outcomes at management reviews.
• Coach and develop estimators and QSs.
• Collaborate with tender managers and subcontractors.
• Link outputs to schedules and cost systems.
• Drive continuous improvement in estimating processes.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

CCS Candy

Top-down estimating

Mentoring

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CCS Candy

Microsoft Excel

MS Project

Job description

Clough Limited seeks a Lead Estimator to oversee the estimating function across tenders and project validations within the Webuild Group. You will lead a team of estimators and quantity surveyors, ensuring estimates are accurate, competitive and aligned with industry benchmarks.

This national role in Australia requires travel during bid studies and close collaboration with tender managers, project services leaders, subcontractors and senior stakeholders to drive robust cost strategies and