Named 5-Star Employer of Choice for excellence in culture & employee experience
Build a long term career with a leading Family-owned Civil Contractor
Named 5-Star Employer of Choice for excellence in culture & employee experience
Major civil infrastructure & subdivision projects
Build a long term career with a leading Family-owned Civil Contractor
Due to continued growth and a robust pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, Shadforth is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Estimator to join our high-performing Pre-Contracts Team.
While our preferred location is our Sunshine Coast Head Office, we're also open to candidates based in our offices across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich or other South East Queensland locations.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex tenders, influence project strategy, mentor emerging estimators, and play a key role in delivering major subdivision and civil infrastructure projects across Queensland and Northern New South Wales.
The Opportunity:
As a Senior Civil Estimator, you'll be responsible for leading the preparation of accurate, competitive tenders from concept through to submission while working closely with operational teams to develop practical and commercially sound solutions.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading the pricing and preparation of civil tenders across subdivision, road, infrastructure and earthworks projects.
Reviewing drawings, specifications, contracts and tender documentation.
Developing first-principles estimates and construction methodologies.
Identifying project risks, opportunities and value engineering initiatives.
Building strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.
Collaborating with Project Managers and Construction Teams to ensure estimates are practical and buildable.
Mentoring junior estimators and contributing to continuous improvement within the estimating team.
About You:
You'll be an experienced civil construction professional who enjoys solving complex problems and developing winning tender strategies.




Ideally you'll have:
Extensive experience estimating civil infrastructure or subdivision projects.
Strong knowledge of bulk earthworks, roadworks, drainage, utilities and civil construction methodologies.
Proven experience preparing detailed first-principles estimates.
Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
The ability to build trusted relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
Experience using estimating software such as Benchmark, Bluebeam, Expert Estimation or similar.
A collaborative leadership style with the ability to mentor and develop others.
Why Join Shadforth?
At Shadforth, you'll be joining one of Queensland's most respected family-owned civil contractors, delivering projects that shape communities across the state.
Flexibility
Work from our Sunshine Coast Head Office or one of our South East Queensland offices.
Major Projects
Price diverse civil infrastructure and subdivision projects across Queensland and Northern NSW.
Career Development
Access experienced leaders, mentoring and ongoing professional development.
Job Security
Join a business with a strong forward pipeline and long-term growth strategy.
Supportive Team Culture
Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued.
ShadLife Programs
Wellness initiatives, team events and employee recognition programs.
Salary Packaging Options
Maximise your income with novated lease options.
Family-Owned Business
Over 50 years of success built on strong relationships, integrity and quality.
About Shadforth:
Shadforth is one of Queensland's largest family-owned civil construction companies.
For more than 50 years, we've been delivering residential and commercial subdivisions, major road and bridge projects, and large-scale civil infrastructure across Queensland and Northern New South Wales.
With more than 1,100 employees working across 70+ active projects, we continue to invest in our people, technology and communities while maintaining the family values that have driven our success.
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📌 Senior Civil Estimator (Brisbane)
🏢 Shadforth
📍 Brisbane