The Role

Zeal Personnel is currently seeking an experienced Civil Estimator on behalf of a premier client experiencing rapid growth. Reporting directly to the Estimating Manager, you will play a critical role in managing cost estimations, tender preparation, and pricing strategies for civil infrastructure projects up to $10M.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work on diverse civil packages while collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

- Tender & Bid Management: Prepare, analyse, and submit accurate, timely tender proposals, bids, and quotes in alignment with client requirements and business capabilities.
- Site Inspections & Strategy: Attend site walk-downs and client tender meetings to evaluate scope, constructability, and tender strategy.
- First-Principles Estimating: Build clear, competitive estimates from project inception using first principles cost breakdown structures.
- Cost Libraries & Benchmarking: Develop and maintain historical cost databases, estimating templates, and pricing libraries to optimize future tender accuracy.
- Commercial Governance: Ensure strict commercial compliance, risk management, and contractual alignment during every stage of the tender process.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Present clear cost breakdowns to senior management and maintain strong communication with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Requirements & Qualifications

- Experience: Minimum 5 years of proven experience in Civil Estimating, with a track record of winning tenders valued up to $10M
- Technical Knowledge:



Deep understanding of civil construction methodologies, earthworks, roadworks, and site operations
- Education: Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
- Software Skills: Hands-on experience with estimating software (e.g., Benchmark Estimating, CostX, or similar) is highly desirable
- Commercial Acumen: Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills combined with robust negotiation capabilities
- Clearances: Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Medical and obtain a clear National Police Check (NPC)
- Attributes: High safety commitment, solid work ethic, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About Zeal Personnel

Zeal Personnel is a premier recruitment and labour hire specialist operating across the Mining, Oil & Gas, Energy, and Infrastructure sectors. Managed by seasoned industry experts, we provide tailored workforce solutions ranging from executive management and engineering to skilled site personnel. We are committed to fostering inclusive, diverse workplaces that drive success for both clients and candidates.

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take the next step in your career, please submit your updated resume and cover letter via the application link.
Additional information

- Prepare and submit competitive first-principles estimates for civil projects
- Conduct site visits, build historical cost libraries, and manage tenders
- 5+ years of civil estimating experience, relevant tertiary qualifications

📌 Civil Estimator (Perth)
🏢 Zeal Engineering
📍 Perth