Brisbane or Melbourne | Monday to Friday | Up to $190,000 +

Price the civil works behind major Australian wind-farm developments

Brisbane or Melbourne-based opportunity

Suited to a Civil Estimator or Civil Engineer with robust commercial capability

The best estimators do more than produce a number.

They understand how the work will be built, identify what is missing from the scope and can clearly explain the assumptions, risks and methodology behind their estimate.

We are representing an established infrastructure contractor expanding its renewable-energy capability across Australia. The business is seeking a capable Civil Estimator to support the preparation of tenders for the civil scope of major wind-farm projects.

Based in either Brisbane or Melbourne and reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will work closely with civil engineers, construction leaders, suppliers and subcontractors to develop accurate, practical and commercially competitive estimates.

The role You will price the civil balance-of-plant works associated with large renewable-energy developments, including:

Bulk and detailed earthworks

Drainage and stormwater infrastructure

Access roads, pavements and hardstands

Concrete foundations and associated civil works

Underground services and site infrastructure

Temporary works and construction facilities

Your responsibilities will include:

Reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes of work and tender documentation

Preparing quantity take-offs and first-principles estimates

Building rates across labour, plant, materials and subcontracted works

Preparing and issuing subcontractor and supplier enquiries

Assessing quotations and identifying scope gaps or inconsistencies

Developing assumptions, qualifications, exclusions and clarifications

Identifying tender risks, opportunities and alternative construction methodologies

Contributing to bid strategy, tender reviews and commercial discussions

Preparing accurate and well-structured tender submissions





Supporting post-tender clarifications and handover to the delivery team

About you You may already be working as a Civil Estimator, or you may be a Civil or Project Engineer who has developed strong estimating and pre-contracts experience.

To be considered, you will bring:

Demonstrated experience estimating civil construction works

Experience across earthworks, drainage, roads, pavements or associated infrastructure

The ability to develop first-principles rates covering labour, plant, materials and productivity

Strong drawing, specification and quantity take-off capability

Experience engaging with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and evaluate pricing

A practical understanding of civil construction methodology and project delivery

Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills

The ability to explain and defend your estimate, challenge unclear scope and engage effectively with technical and commercial stakeholders

A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

Experience within wind farms, renewable energy, mining infrastructure, utilities or major civil projects will be highly regarded.

Exposure to Expert Estimation, CostX, Candy, Benchmark or comparable estimating software would be advantageous. Familiarity with Australian construction practices, standards and the local subcontractor market will also be well regarded.

The opportunity This is an opportunity to join an established contractor at a time of significant growth across the Australian renewable-energy market.

The position offers:

A permanent, Monday-to-Friday role

The choice of being based in Brisbane or Melbourne

Remuneration of up to $190,00+, depending on experience

Exposure to major wind-farm and renewable-infrastructure tenders

Direct involvement in shaping how projects will be delivered

Support from an experienced estimating and project-delivery team

A strong and developing pipeline of renewable-energy work

Applications will be treated in strict confidence.

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