Cost Engineer / Estimator – Energy Infrastructure

Brisbane Support Office | Monday to Friday | Remuneration up to $170,000 + Super

- Brisbane-based position with no roster or regular site rotation
- Work on major civil and energy infrastructure tenders
- Join an established estimating team with a strong project pipeline
- Expert Estimation software experience essential

A robust estimate is more than a collection of rates.

It requires someone who understands how civil construction work will actually be delivered—and can turn drawings, specifications and project risks into a clear, accurate and commercially sound submission.

We are representing a leading contractor delivering major civil and energy infrastructure projects across Queensland. With a strong pipeline of opportunities, the business is seeking a capable Civil Estimator to join its Brisbane Support Office.

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will work as part of an experienced pre-contracts team preparing budgets, estimates, tenders and proposals for complex civil construction projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with approximately three years’ experience who is ready to take greater ownership of tenders without moving into a senior management position.

The role

You will be involved throughout the estimating and tender process, from the initial review of project documentation through to submission, clarification and handover to the delivery team.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Preparing preliminary budgets and detailed cost estimates from drawings, specifications and client documentation




- Developing first-principles estimates covering labour, materials, plant and subcontracted works
- Preparing compliant, accurate and commercially competitive tenders and proposals
- Completing quantity take-offs and interpreting civil engineering drawings
- Reviewing tender documentation to identify scope gaps, risks, opportunities and contractual considerations
- Compiling assumptions, qualifications and exclusions for tender submissions
- Obtaining and assessing supplier and subcontractor pricing
- Identifying alternative construction methodologies and cost-effective delivery options
- Supporting post-tender clarifications and responding to client queries
- Contributing to tender reviews, commercial discussions and bid strategy
- Preparing detailed handover packages for successful tenders
- Maintaining estimating data and incorporating lessons learned from current and completed projects
- Supporting improvements to estimating systems, processes and tender documentation

About you

You will be a commercially aware Civil Estimator who combines technical accuracy with a practical understanding of construction delivery.

To be considered, you will bring:

- Approximately three years’ experience in civil construction estimating




- Demonstrated experience using Expert Estimation software
- Experience estimating civil, utilities, pipelines, resources or energy infrastructure works
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and contractual documentation
- An understanding of construction methodology, productivity, labour, plant and material costs
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office capability
- A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Project Management or a related discipline
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work
- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet fixed tender deadlines

This is not a senior leadership appointment. It is ideally suited to an established Estimator who has developed a solid technical foundation and now wants broader exposure to substantial infrastructure tenders within a supportive, experienced team.

The opportunity

You will join a well-established infrastructure contractor with a robust pipeline of long-term work and the resources to pursue significant projects.

The position offers:

- A permanent, Monday-to-Friday role based in Brisbane
- Remuneration up to $170,000 plus super, depending on experience
- Exposure to complex civil and energy infrastructure projects
- Direct support from an experienced Estimating Manager
- The prospect to develop your commercial and technical estimating capability
- A stable business with an established project delivery record

Applications will be treated in strict confidence.

📌 Cost Engineer (Brisbane)
🏢 Aequalis Consulting
📍 Brisbane