Senior Estimator

HEB Construction; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

HEB Construction, part of VINCI Construction, seeks an experienced Senior Estimator to drive cost planning for the Picton Infrastructure Redevelopment Project in Marlborough Sounds. The role covers major civil and marine works with involvement from planning through execution.

Based in Picton or FIFO within NZ, you will lead first principles estimating, develop methodologies and manage pricing with engineers, commercial and delivery teams. Strong marine/civil experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering detailed first principles estimates for major civil works.
• Exposure to marine or coastal infrastructure projects advantageous.
• Ability to interpret drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong risk assessment and cost management skills.
• Proven collaboration with engineering, delivery and commercial teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed first principles estimates for civil and marine works.
• Develop construction methodologies and staging plans for pricing.
• Manage quantity take-offs, subcontractor pricing and supplier engagement.
• Identify project risks, opportunities and cost drivers.
• Support planning, procurement and commercial decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineers and delivery teams to optimise solutions.
• Monitor market trends, pricing movements and productivity assumptions.
• Assist with forecasting, cost reporting and project controls as the project progresses.

Skills

Estimating complex civil infra

Marine/port project experience

Reading engineering drawings

Commercial acumen and cost control

Stakeholder management

Education

Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

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Build a Legacy Project in the Marlborough Sounds

At HEB Construction, part of VINCI Construction, we deliver some of New Zealand's most complex civil infrastructure projects. We're proud to be partnering on the Picton Infrastructure Redevelopment Project, a nationally significant marine and transport infrastructure project that will enhance one of New Zealand's key gateway ports.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join the project team and play a pivotal role in planning and delivering this complex programme of works. This is an opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project involving challenging civil, marine and infrastructure construction methodologies.

The Opportunity

As Senior Estimator, you'll be responsible for developing accurate and comprehensive estimates across a diverse range of project scopes, working closely with engineering, commercial and delivery teams. This role is ideally suited to someone with strong experience estimating complex civil infrastructure projects and exposure to marine or port large scale development projects. Your expertise will help drive cost certainty, identify risks and opportunities, and support successful project delivery outcomes from planning through execution. This can be based in Picton or potentially as a FIFO option within NZ.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing detailed first principles estimates for major civil and marine construction works
• Developing construction methodologies and staging plans to support pricing strategies
• Managing quantity take-offs, subcontractor pricing and supplier engagement
• Identifying project risks, opportunities and cost drivers
• Supporting project planning, procurement and commercial decision-making
• Collaborating with engineers, project managers and construction teams to optimise delivery solutions
• Monitoring market trends, pricing movements and productivity assumptions
• Assisting with forecasting, cost reporting and project controls as the project progresses

About You

You’ll be an experienced Estimator who thrives on technically challenging projects and enjoys working collaboratively to solve complex construction challenges.

You’ll also bring:

• Experience within marine, waterfront, port, wharf or coastal infrastructure projects highly regarded
• Sound understanding of temporary works, staging, construction methodologies and sequencing
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Excellent commercial acumen and risk assessment skills
Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
• Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or equivalent industry experience

Why Join HEB?

At HEB our values guide everything we do:

We are Open. We are Real. We work Together. We Care. We Deliver.

This is an opportunity to work on one of New Zealand's most significant infrastructure projects, alongside industry-leading professionals and a high-performing team committed to delivering outstanding outcomes. A competitive package is on offer including relocation and visa support if required.

If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise can make a real impact on a complex and nationally important project, we'd love to hear from you.