Senior Estimator - Civil & Demolition Projects

Amida; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Amida is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join their civil contracting team in Australia. You will lead tender preparation on projects ranging from $5m to $20m+, coordinating internal and external resources and ensuring competitive costings.

The role requires powerful communication, strong commercial acumen, and a hands-on approach to construction. You will liaise with clients, subcontractors, and consultants, facilitating tender interviews and handovers to project teams.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years' management experience on civil construction projects.
• Project values from $5m to $20m+.
• Hands-on understanding of construction processes.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to lead tender teams and coordinate resources.

Responsibilities

• Working on tenders
• Coordinating internal and external resources
• Preparation and submission of tenders
• Evaluate / review tender and estimating process for cost effectiveness
• Tender negotiations
• Coordinate tender handover to project team
• Prepare budgets based on tender submission
• Assess and price contract variation orders
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants

Skills

Strong communication skills

Tendering experience

Cost estimation

Commercial acumen

Organization & time management

Education

Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar degree

Job description

Amida is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join their civil contracting team in Australia. You will lead tender preparation on projects ranging from $5m to $20m+, coordinating internal and external resources and ensuring competitive costings.

The role requires powerful communication, strong commercial acumen, and a hands-on approach to construction. You will liaise with clients, subcontractors, and consultants, facilitating tender interviews and handovers to project teams.