Senior Civil Estimator – Local Government Infrastructure
About Us
Etheredge Mintern has been operating in the civil infrastructure sector for over
40 years
, delivering projects for local government and private clients across Victoria.
We are an established civil contractor with a strong reputation and long-standing client relationships. As the business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced
Senior Civil Estimator
to take a lead role within our construction team.
The primary focus of this position will be
pricing and securing local government civil infrastructure projects
, along with selected private-sector opportunities.
This is a full-time position offering an attractive salary package, excellent working conditions and the opportunity to become an important part of our management team.
What's on Offer
Join an established civil contractor with over 40 years of trading history
Attractive salary package based on experience
Senior position with genuine ownership of the estimating function
Work directly with company management
Opportunity to help shape our tendering and estimating strategy
Diverse pipeline of local government and private civil projects
Support from an experienced construction and project delivery team
Opportunity to make the role your own
Key Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for:
Preparing accurate and competitive tender submissions for minor and major civil infrastructure projects
Taking ownership of tenders from initial review through to final submissionn
Reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules and contract documentation
Completing detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates
Developing construction methodologies and preliminary construction programmes
Ensuring full compliance with tender requirements and submission deadlines
Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations




Sourcing disposal/tip sites and confirming pricing and availability
Identifying project risks, opportunities, exclusions and commercial considerations
Preparing tender clarifications and qualifications where required
Participating in tender reviews with management
Assisting with contract negotiations and post-tender clarifications
Completing tender handovers to the project delivery team following award
Maintaining accurate records of tender documentation, correspondence, pricing and submissions
Building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and clients
About You
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
Significant experience estimating civil construction projects
A proven history of successfully tendering and winning local government civil infrastructure work
Strong understanding of civil construction methodologies and sequencing
Experience pricing road reconstruction, drainage, earthworks, pavements, concrete, asphalt and associated civil works
Strong commercial and contractual understanding
Excellent attention to detail
Robust written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines
Strong subcontractor and supplier relationships
Ability to work independently while contributing as part of the management team
A practical understanding of how civil projects are actually delivered on site
A genuine drive to win profitable work and contribute to the continued growth of the business
The Role
This isn't a position where we are simply looking for someone to complete take-offs and submit prices.
We are looking for an experienced estimator who can
take ownership of our tendering function
, understand the market, identify the right opportunities and help Etheredge Mintern secure
profitable civil projects
.
If you have a robust track record in civil estimating and local government tendering and are looking for a senior role where you can have a genuine influence on the business, we would like to hear from you.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Civil Estimator – Local Government Infrastructure (Melbourne)
🏢 Etheredge Mintern
📍 Melbourne