Estimator | Project Manager

Join DDM Civil as an Estimator | Project Manager and play a key role in delivering commercial civil construction projects across southern Tasmania. Based in Margate, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated professional who enjoys working across both estimating and project delivery in a practical, fast-paced and team-oriented environment.

About DDM Civil

DDM Civil is a civil construction business delivering commercial civil works across southern Tasmania. We are known for a practical approach, strong work ethic and commitment to quality outcomes, and we pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

About the Role

- Prepare accurate and competitive estimates, tender submissions and project budgets for recent commercial civil construction projects.
- Review tender documents, drawings and scope. Complete accurate takeoffs, building detailed BOQs and preparing competitive pricing for earthworks, concrete and civil packages.
- Issue RFQs and obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier pricing.
- Prepare tender summaries and handover notes so awarded projects move seamlessly from estimating to delivery.
- Plan and manage projects from award to completion, including procurement, scheduling, cost control and client communication.
- Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors and site activities to support safe and efficient delivery.
- Track project progress, manage variations and monitor financial performance.
- Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors.
- Support quality, safety and environmental compliance across all project activities.

What You Will Bring

- A minimum 5 years experience in estimating and project management within civil construction or commercial construction.




- Strong understanding of civil construction methods, tendering, project costing, contracts and operations.
- Strong practical knowledge and ability to identify scope gaps, site issues, exclusions, inclusions, risks and opportunities.
- The ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and technical documents.
- Sound commercial acumen and experience managing budgets and forecasts.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities.
- Ability to lead and influence others with solid communication skills across all levels.
- A proactive, practical and solutions-focused mindset.
- Expertise in using estimating, project management and Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to set up and maintain pricing tools, rates catalogues and estimating templates, to improve use of estimating tools and workflows. Ability to manage document registers and construction programs.
- Ability to understand project workflows, work closely with site teams, collate site information, issue variations and keep projects on track.
- A solid understanding of construction safety requirements.
- Relevant trade or tertiary qualifications in construction, civil engineering, project management or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

Why Join DDM Civil?

At DDM Civil, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects while being part of a supportive and hands on team. This role offers variety, responsibility and the chance to make a genuine impact in a growing civil construction business that values practical experience, accountability and teamwork. We are offering a competitive salary package including a company vehicle and fuel card.

If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for and you have the skills, experience and passion, we invite you to apply now.

📌 Estimator | Project Manager (Margate)
🏢 DDM Civil
📍 Margate