Senior Water Infrastructure Estimator: Cost & Risk Leader

Turner & Townsend; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Auckland is seeking an Estimator / Senior Estimator to deliver accurate, independent cost estimates for major water infrastructure projects across New Zealand, including water treatment plants, wastewater facilities, pump stations and pipelines.

You will develop first-principles estimates, build estimating models, validate quantities with engineers, price risks, and present findings to stakeholders to support robust budgets and strategic cost advice.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years industry experience, ideally in water utilities.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering, or similar.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop first-principles cost estimates for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, reservoirs, and associated civil.
• Quantify from design information and collaborate with engineers to ensure precision.
• Build and maintain estimating models for complex water sector projects, incorporating construction methodologies, staging, and delivery risks.
• Validate quantities and pricing from suppliers and contractors.
• Source and review quotations, negotiating competitive pricing.
• Assess and price risk during early project stages.
• Structure estimates, bills of quantities, and bills of materials.
• Prepare clear, detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Deliver integrated estimating services, offering strategic and technical advice throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying/Construction Economics/Engineering

Tools

CSS Candy/Quantum

Job description

Turner & Townsend in Auckland is seeking an Estimator / Senior Estimator to deliver accurate, independent cost estimates for major water infrastructure projects across New Zealand, including water treatment plants, wastewater facilities, pump stations and pipelines.

You will develop first-principles estimates, build estimating models, validate quantities with engineers, price risks, and present findings to stakeholders to support robust budgets and strategic cost advice.