Junior Estimator | Perth Based | Full Time | Monday to Friday

Since 2010, Red Dust Holdings (RDH) has grown from modest beginnings into a mid-size, privately owned civil construction and earthmoving contractor operating across regional Western Australia. With head office in Geraldton and support office in Perth, RDH runs a fleet of 300+ assets and employs over 200 people. At RDH we’re committed to delivering safe, high-quality civil and mining services projects, from regional roadworks to mine-site earthworks, all while upholding the values of honesty, respect and integrity. We take pride in being a community-focused and equal opportunity employer, with strong support for employee development, safety and long-term career pathways.

About the Role

As a Junior Estimator , you’ll become a key contributor to our tendering/pre-contracts function. Working alongside experienced estimators and contract teams, you will:

- Capture recent tender opportunities from various sources, and maintain our Tender Register and/or Procore software as applicable (training provided)
- Liaise and coordinate with other team members within the business, to relay, gather information, compile tender documentation and prepare submissions to the client.
- Assist with subcontractor and materials enquiries and review subsequent quotations and follow up as needed
- Assist in build‑up of an accurate cost estimates in analytical format using our Expert Estimation software (full training provided)
- Assist in preparation of Works Schedules using MS Project (training provided)




- Assist in Preparing and presenting handover documentation to the contract delivery team once a tender is awarded
- Liaise with construction teams to ensure output & resource data collected from completed works – vital for refining and improving future tender submissions

This is an excellent opportunity for a fresh graduate, looking to build a career in Estimating, Contract Admin, with potential for long‑term progression into Project Engineering and Project Management within the civil construction industry.

What We’re Looking For

- Someone able to manage and prioritise multiple tenders concurrently, working under tight deadlines
- A hands‑on, practical mindset with strong communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable liaising across teams and preparedness to learn
- Attention to detail – accurate, thorough and organised in documentation and data handling
- Ideally, a tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a construction‑related degree/diploma (though not essential if you show aptitude and willingness to learn)
- Solid proficiency with MS Office (especially Excel, Word)

Why Join Us

- Build your career with a well‑established WA civil contractor delivering a wide range of civil, mining and infrastructure projects
- Gain hands‑on training and structured exposure to estimating, contract admin, scheduling and project handover.
- Be part of a values‑driven, safety‑conscious workplace that supports staff development and long‑term career progression
- Work for an employer that values integrity, community and inclusion
- Weekly remuneration
- Access to EAP services and support for you and your immediate family

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📌 Junior Estimator (Perth)
🏢 Red Dust Holdings
📍 Perth