JMT Civil are seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to join our growing civil construction team. This role plays a critical part in securing work across a diverse pipeline of civil projects and working closely with leadership to price work that is both competitive and commercially sound.

You’ll be responsible for the end-to-end tender process, from initial review and pricing through to handover to delivery teams once a project is awarded.

About the role

As a Civil Estimator, you will:

- Review and interpret tender documents, drawings, and specifications

- Complete detailed quantity take-offs across:

- Earthworks

- Drainage & utilities

- Roadworks

- Civil structures

- Prepare accurate, first-principles cost estimates for labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors

- Source, analyse, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing

- Identify risks, constraints, assumptions, and contingencies within tenders

- Assist with tender submissions, including pricing schedules and methodology input

- Provide value-engineering options to optimise cost and constructability

- Attend site inspections where required to assess conditions impacting pricing

- Maintain estimating rates, cost databases, and historical pricing records

- Conduct detailed handovers of successful tenders to project delivery teams

About you

You’ll bring strong civil construction knowledge and commercial awareness,



along with:

- 5+ years’ experience in Civil Estimating

- A degree in Civil Engineering or relevant tertiary qualification

- Experience across subdivisions, earthworks, roadworks, utilities, and civil infrastructure

- Exposure to TfNSW projects highly regarded

- Strong understanding of first-principles estimating

- Excellent attention to detail with strong negotiation and communication skills

- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel essential); AutoCAD experience advantageous

- Current Australian driver’s licence

What we offer

- Competitive salary package with performance incentives

- Reliable pipeline of civil works with long-term career opportunities

- Supportive, team-focused culture with experienced professionals

- Ongoing training and professional development

- Regular team events

About us

We are a well-established civil contractor delivering quality projects with a strong focus on people, safety, and long-term relationships. Our culture is practical, professional, and built on trust — we value people who take ownership and want to grow with the business.

If you’re a Civil Estimator looking for your next step in a supportive and forward-moving team, we’d love to hear from you.

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📌 Civil Estimator (Sydney)
🏢 JMT civil pty
📍 Sydney