Senior Water Infrastructure Estimator – New Zealand

Turner & Townsend; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; 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. You will work on water treatment, wastewater, pump stations, pipelines and related civil works with engineers to ensure precise budgeting and robust cost advice.

The role requires strong analytical ability, excellent communication, and consultancy experience, with leadership potential within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of industry experience, ideally in water utilities and related sectors.
• Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering, or similar.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI and CSS Candy/Quantum experience 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

Excellent communication

Consultancy experience

Mechanical estimating

Leadership potential

Education

Quantity Surveying / Construction Economics or Engineering degree

Tools

Power BI

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. You will work on water treatment, wastewater, pump stations, pipelines and related civil works with engineers to ensure precise budgeting and robust cost advice.

The role requires strong analytical ability, excellent communication, and consultancy experience, with leadership potential within a collaborative team.