Senior Estimator

McIlwain are seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Precontracts team on a full-time basis. This role is based at our newly established office in North Sydney, NSW and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic civil engineering organisation. Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you would be responsible for assisting the Precontracts team in planning, programming and estimating potential projects.

Conveniently located in North Sydney, McIlwain's NSW office is a short walk to both North Sydney train station and Victoria Cross metro station. Responsibilities:

Program and plan work prior to pricing to ensure that time-related costs are correct

Manage preparation of non-priced schedules as required and complete accurate cost estimates for final reviews

Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors for tender pricing, using Expert Estimation and Excel for quote comparisons and to compare subcontract and supplied quotes

Read, understand and interpret supplier quotations to ensure that they comply with our requirements

Attend and participate in pre and post project debrief sessions What we're looking for:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, preferred

Minimum of 7 years experience in Estimation

Relevant industry experience in civil construction, highly desirable

Experience using Expert Estimation Genesis, Microsoft Project and Primavera, highly regarded Advantages:

Career development and training opportunities

Paid Parental Leave for primary and secondary carers

Weekly gym or wellness reimbursement scheme





Bonus annual leave days to encourage a work/life balance

Salary Reviews undertaken twice yearly and an End of Year Bonus Scheme

Cultural Leave Exchange

Free NAWIC membership

Employee referral bonus program

McIlwain is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture of opportunity. We encourage applications from candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with disabilities. About us:

McIlwain Civil Engineering Pty Ltd is a respected and experienced civil engineering company operating across Queensland and New South Wales. We specialise in delivering high-quality civil engineering solutions and have built a strong reputation for excellence and professionalism within the construction industry. Our team is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and client service.

We value integrity, teamwork and continuous improvement, and we're committed to providing a workplace where our employees can thrive and develop their careers. Next steps

Submit your CV online to apply for this role

Only suitable applicants will be contacted to proceed

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check

Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia To learn more about us, visit www.mcilwain.com

By applying, you give permission for McIlwain to collect, maintain and use your personal information for the purposes of assessing employment suitability. https://www.mcilwain.com/privacy/

📌 Senior Estimator (Sydney)
🏢 Mcilwain
📍 Sydney