Pre‑Contracts Engineer / Estimator

Freyssinet Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

VINCI share plan

Laptop and mobile phone

Job summary

Freyssinet Australia is seeking a Pre‑Contract Engineer to drive tender development and early project scoping across civil, structural, and remedial works. You will partner with Estimating, Design and Delivery teams to craft robust proposals and innovative solutions.

You will own early project development, interpret client requirements, prepare methodologies, develop cost plans and ensure tenders are technically and commercially sound.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Experience in estimating, tendering and project engineering for civil/remedial works.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, design principles and risk management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical and commercial inputs for tenders and proposals.
• Analyse project documentation, drawings and specifications.
• Support pricing, risk assessments and value engineering initiatives.
• Liaise with designers, subcontractors and suppliers for data and pricing.
• Prepare tender documentation for management review.
• Collaborate with Project Managers post‑award for delivery alignment.

Skills

Estimating & Tendering

Project Engineering

Civil/Structural Engineering

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a Pre-Contract Engineer to join our growing team and take a key role in shaping projects from initial tender through to contract award.

About the Role

As Pre-Contract Engineer, you will work closely with our Estimating, Design and Project Delivery teams to develop winning proposals and innovative solutions across civil, structural and remedial engineering projects.

You will take ownership of the early stages of project development – interpreting client requirements, preparing methodologies, developing cost plans, supporting design inputs, and ensuring tenders are technically and commercially robust.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical and commercial inputs for tenders and proposals
• Analyse project documentation, drawings and specifications
• Support pricing, risk assessments and value engineering initiatives
• Liaise with designers, subcontractors and suppliers for technical data and pricing
• Prepare and present tender documentation for management review
• Collaborate with Project Managers post-award to ensure smooth handover and delivery alignment

About You

You are an engineer who thrives at the front end of projects – analytical, collaborative, and commercially aware. You enjoy the mix of technical detail and strategy that comes with pre-contract work.

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related discipline)
• Experience in estimating, tendering & project engineering for civil or remedial projects
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, design principles and risk management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and strong attention to detail

We offer:

• Senior role with exposure to high‑profile, technically challenging projects
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Long‑term career pathway in a specialised engineering field
• Attractive employee benefits including performance bonuses, the VINCI employee share program, and being part of a global specialist contractor
• High level of autonomy and trust to lead your work
• Competitive remuneration package, plus laptop and mobile phone.

About Us

Freyssinet Australia is a specialist contractor delivering advanced solutions in remediation, post-tensioning, and structural engineering. As part of the Soletanche Freyssinet and VINCI Groups, we combine global expertise with strong local delivery to support Australia’s most critical infrastructure.

Freyssinet is committed to diversity and inclusion. We recruit based on skills, motivation, and cultural fit, and welcome applications from all backgrounds.