Junior Estimator

EnerMech; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

EnerMech is seeking a motivated Junior Estimator to join our team. You will support cost estimates, tender pricing, benchmarking, and commercial analysis across industrial services projects.

You will work with experienced estimators and stakeholders to learn estimating methodologies, project costing, risk assessment, and tender development processes. A pathway for career growth within a global business is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proactive mindset with willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of project estimates and tender pricing schedules.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Maintain estimate workbooks and pricing models.

Skills

Numerical analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or Diploma in related field (Engineering, Commerce, Finance, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Mathematics, Data Analytics)

Tools

Excel

Costing software

Spreadsheet modeling

Job description

Who Are We?

We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects.

For over 50 years, we’ve been energizing our clients across the world with unrivalled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life-cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline and subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help our clients optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency.

With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Estimator to join our Perth team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to develop their estimating, commercial, and analytical skills within a dynamic and supportive environment.

About the Role

As a Junior Estimator, you will support the preparation of cost estimates, tender pricing, benchmarking activities, and commercial analysis across a range of industrial services projects. Working alongside experienced Estimators and operational stakeholders, you'll gain exposure to estimating methodologies, project costing, risk assessment, and tender development processes.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career pathway within a growing global business.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of project estimates and tender pricing schedules.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Maintain estimate workbooks, pricing models, and supporting documentation.
• Support the development and maintenance of benchmarking tools, cost libraries, and lessons learned databases.
• Analyse historical project performance and estimating data to identify trends and insights.
• Assist with estimate reviews, cost validation, and risk assessments.
• Support reporting, dashboard development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with operational, commercial, and technical teams throughout the tendering process.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Commerce, Finance, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Mathematics, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A proactive mindset with a genuine willingness to learn and develop.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join EnerMech?

• Opportunity to learn from experienced estimating and commercial professionals.
• Structured career development with clear progression pathways.
• Exposure to major projects across the energy, resources, maintenance, and industrial sectors.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Global business with strong growth opportunities.
• Competitive remuneration and employee benefits.