Senior Civil Estimator: Lead Tendering & Costing

Sunshine Civil Solutions

Coolum Beach

On-site

AUD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Sunshine Civil Solutions on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland seeks an experienced Senior Estimator to lead the estimating function for civil construction projects. You will own tender preparation from enquiry to submission and work with clients, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure competitive, margin-conscious cost estimates.

You will analyse tender docs, participate in interviews, and help drive commercial outcomes while supporting handover to delivery teams.

Qualifications

Strong understanding of civil estimation methods.
Experience with bulk earthworks, roads, drainage, subdivisions.
Ability to interpret civil drawings, specs and scopes.

Responsibilities

Review tender documents, plans, specifications and scopes of work.
Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for civil projects.
Develop competitive tender submissions in line with project requirements and company objectives.
Undertake detailed quantity take-offs and costing of labour, plant, materials and subcontractor works.
Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions and opportunities during the estimating process.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and clients.
Liaise with Project Managers to ensure estimates reflect project delivery methods.