Estimator/Project Manager

AWF New Zealand; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Southern Cross Health Insurance

Company phone and laptop

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Ongoing training and development

Long-term career growth

Autonomy and impact

Supportive team

Job summary

AWF New Zealand in Dunedin seeks an experienced Estimator / Project Manager to own projects from tender to completion, balancing commercial insight with practical delivery and a commitment to safety and quality. You will prepare estimates for structural steel, pipe fabrication and engineering projects, review drawings and costs, source supplier pricing, and manage from award to delivery.

This hands-on role offers a supportive team, ongoing training, and real opportunities to impact outcomes for

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience estimating within the engineering, fabrication, structural steel, or piping sector.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Ability to identify risks and opportunities within tender documentation.
• Strong commercial, QA and manufacturing skills with experience of work installation and knowledge of commissioning.
• Proven experience managing site-based engineering projects from start to finish.
• Sound knowledge of NZ industry standards including NZ health and safety practices.
• Exposure to 3 Waters projects would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates, quotes, and tender submissions for structural steel, pipe fabrication, and engineering projects.
• Review specifications, drawings, labour requirements, and material costs to develop accurate pricing.
• Source and negotiate pricing with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Manage projects from award through to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Coordinate materials, subcontractors, workshop activities, and installation schedules.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide regular project updates.
• Conduct site visits, monitor progress, and ensure quality and Health & Safety requirements are met.
• Track project costs, labour hours, and project performance.

Skills

Estimating

Tender management

Client relationship management

Risk identification

Project delivery

Site-based project management

QA and safety awareness

Job description

Ready to take ownership of projects from tender through to successful completion?

Join a respected, locally owned Dunedin engineering business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality fabrication, installation, and 3 Waters projects.

This is a hands-on role for an experienced Estimator / Project Manager who enjoys balancing commercial acumen with practical project delivery and wants to be part of a supportive team that values quality, safety, and professional growth.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare estimates, quotes, and tender submissions for structural steel, pipe fabrication, and engineering projects.
• Review specifications, drawings, labour requirements, and material costs to develop accurate pricing.
• Source and negotiate pricing with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Manage projects from award through to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Coordinate materials, subcontractors, workshop activities, and installation schedules.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide regular project updates.
• Conduct site visits, monitor progress, and ensure quality and Health & Safety requirements are met.
• Track project costs, labour hours, and project performance.

What You Need

• Minimum 5 years' experience estimating within the engineering, fabrication, structural steel, or piping sector.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Ability to identify risks and opportunities within tender documentation.
• Strong commercial, QA and manufacturing skills with experience of work installation and knowledge of commissioning.
• Proven experience managing site-based engineering projects from start to finish.
• Sound knowledge of relevant NZ industry standards including NZ health and safety practices.
• Exposure to 3 Waters projects would be highly advantageous.

What's in It for You

• Competitive salary package.
• Southern Cross Health Insurance.
• Company phone and laptop.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Long-term career growth within a successful and growing business.
• A varied role with autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact.
• Work with a supportive team and established client base.
• Be part of a locally owned company committed to quality workmanship and continuous improvement.

Please note:

• Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand. Unfortunately, we're unable to sponsor or qualify work visas for this role (client is not Immigration Accredited)
• As per our standard recruitment process, all applicants will undergo Pre-employment Reference Checks, Drug and Alcohol screening, along with a Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check to determine employment suitability.