ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines - the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the role

As an Estimator, you'll help develop cost estimates and proposals that support critical sustainment activities and future opportunities across ASC's Multi Class Sustainment Program. Working with technical experts, project stakeholders and customers, you'll transform complex scopes of work into accurate, well-supported estimates that inform business decisions and customer submissions.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in estimating within a collaborative and highly specialised environment.

What you'll be doing

- Review and analyse customer scopes of work and technical requirements
- Develop logical work breakdown structures (WBS) to support estimate development
- Engage with engineering teams, subject matter experts and business stakeholders to gather inputs
- Prepare labour and cost estimates using established estimating methodologies
- Develop quotations,



basis of estimate documentation and proposal submissions
- Support risk identification and contingency development
- Perform cost analysis and investigate estimate queries
- Maintain estimating records, reports and supporting documentation
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating processes and systems
- Support discussions and responses to customer questions throughout the proposal lifecycle

About you You enjoy working with data, solving problems and collaborating with a range of stakeholders to deliver quality outcomes. You're analytical, detail-oriented and comfortable working through complex information to develop practical recommendations.

You'll also bring

- At least 2 years' experience in estimating or a related discipline
- Experience reviewing and interpreting scopes of work
- Understanding of estimating principles, methodologies and processes
- Strong analytical and critical thinking capability
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
- A positive attitude and genuine interest in developing a career in estimating





Eligibility This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Perks

- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
- Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas.

How to Apply As part of your application, please submit your current resume outlining how your skills, experience, and qualifications align with the essential criteria. ASC reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if sufficient suitable applications are received.

Shortlisting will commence after 1st October and only candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted after this date.

To ensure a smooth and secure application process, please upload your resume in PDF format supported by Windows 11.

📌 Estimator (Adelaide)
🏢 ASC
📍 Adelaide