Senior Estimator, Civil & Marine Infra (FIFO Option)

Vinci Group; Picton; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

HEB Construction, part of VINCI Construction, is seeking a Senior Estimator for the Picton Infrastructure Redevelopment Project in Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand. You will develop detailed estimates across civil and marine scopes, partner with engineering and delivery teams, and drive cost certainty through robust pricing strategies.

The role suits someone with strong first-principles estimating, experience in marine/port projects, and a proactive approach to risk identification and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Significant experience estimating large-scale civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience within marine, waterfront, port, wharf or coastal infrastructure projects highly regarded.
• Strong first-principles estimating capability.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Quantity Surveying qualification

Equivalent industry experience

Job description

HEB Construction, part of VINCI Construction, is seeking a Senior Estimator for the Picton Infrastructure Redevelopment Project in Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand. You will develop detailed estimates across civil and marine scopes, partner with engineering and delivery teams, and drive cost certainty through robust pricing strategies.

The role suits someone with strong first-principles estimating, experience in marine/port projects, and a proactive approach to risk identification and stakeholder