WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

- Excellent salary on offer for the right candidate.
- Full autonomy over estimating, with real say in which work the business wins.
- Diverse pipeline of civil and water projects.
- Work directly with experienced industry leaders.
- Join a growing business with long-term opportunities.

ABOUT YOU

- Strong background in civil and water infrastructure estimating.
- Confident with take offs using Bluebeam and Navisworks.
- Skilled in building cost estimates in Excel: labour, plant, materials, subcontractors.
- Comfortable interpreting specs, geotechnical reports and contract conditions.
- Familiar with Sydney Water and TfNSW standards.
- Robust commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
- Able to run multiple tenders under tight deadlines.
- Confident owning the estimating function autonomously.
- Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents only, or those holding a visa with full working rights in Australia.

ABOUT THE ROLE

- Prepare cost estimates for pump stations, wet wells, shafts, sewer, stormwater and bulk earthworks.
- Lead negotiations with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
- Obtain, review and level subcontractor and supplier quotes.




- Identify commercial risks and apply the right pricing strategy.
- Support directors through tender interviews and post-tender negotiations.
- Prepare clarifications, exclusions, qualifications and alternative proposals.
- Manage multiple tenders at once: pricing schedules, methodology and programs.
- Work with project managers and engineers to keep pricing realistic and buildable.
- Support delivery teams after project handover.
- Assist with variations, cost planning and early contractor involvement pricing.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is a Sydney-based civil contractor with a strong track record in water and wastewater infrastructure. Known for handling complex, tightly constrained projects, they've built lasting relationships with major utility clients through consistent delivery. The team is hands-on and close-knit, offering genuine autonomy to the right person.

APPLY NOW

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Giles at [email protected], or click Apply Now to submit your application.

📌 Estimator (Sydney)
🏢 The Constructive Collective
📍 Sydney