Auckland Plumber – Expert Fixes, Code Compliance & Service

Jobspace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobspace in Auckland, New Zealand, is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead and develop the estimating function across projects. You will manage tenders end-to-end, build robust cost databases, and mentor junior estimators while collaborating with clients, consultants, and internal teams.

Ideal candidates will have 3-5+ years in NZ construction estimating, strong commercial acumen, and a solid understanding of contracts, claims, variations, and dispute resolution.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years' estimating experience within the New Zealand construction industry.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent commercial understanding.
• Experience managing tenders from start to finish.
• Solid understanding of construction contracts, claims, variations, and dispute resolution.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• Engineering qualification would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the estimating department and continuously improve systems and processes
• Manage tenders from initial review through to submission
• Provide technical support and mentoring to junior estimators and project teams
• Review construction contracts, variations, claims, and commercial requirements
• Develop cost databases and improve tendering procedures
• Build strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and key clients

Skills

Estimating

Tender management

Contract review

Stakeholder collaboration

Mentoring

Cost databases

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND TO APPLY

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team and play a key role in strengthening and developing their estimating function.

This is an opportunity for someone who is not only technically strong but wants to make an impact — improving processes, mentoring others, and contributing strategically to the future growth of the business.

About the Role

You will be responsible for managing tenders from start to finish, improving estimating efficiency, supporting project teams, and helping develop robust estimating systems and procedures.

• Take ownership of the estimating department and continuously improve systems and processes
• Manage tenders from initial review through to submission
• Provide technical support and mentoring to junior estimators and project teams
• Review construction contracts, variations, claims, and commercial requirements
• Develop cost databases and improve tendering procedures
• Build strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and key clients

About You

• 3-5+ years' estimating experience within the New Zealand construction industry
• Strong attention to detail and excellent commercial understanding
• Experience managing tenders from start to finish
• A solid understanding of construction contracts, claims, variations, and dispute resolution
• The ability to work autonomously and take ownership
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams
• An engineering qualification would be highly advantageous.

The Opportunity

This role would suit an experienced Estimator looking for more responsibility, influence, and the opportunity to help shape the future of an organisation.

Salary is approximately $100K-130K, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate who can bring strong industry relationships, generate opportunities, and add strategic value to the business.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.