Competitive Salary + Career Growth Opportunities

About the Company We are a well-established and respected civil construction company delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the Gold Coast and greater Brisbane regions. With a strong pipeline of upcoming work, we are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Estimator to join our growing team.

About the Role As an Estimator / Project Engineer, you will play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive tenders for a variety of civil construction projects including roads, bridges, and utilities. Your work may encompass elements of project management and contract liaison, to ensure all aspects of the tender process through to project delivery are executed with precision.

Seeking a highly experienced Civil Estimator proficient in delivering first-principles estimates across civil infrastructure, landdevelopmentand roadworks projects. Robust end-to-end tender capability covering BOQs, risk analysis, subcontractor engagement, value engineering and compliant submissions for council and TMR-based works. With a background in pricing bulk earthworks, drainage, utilities,pavementsand vegetation works, with proven ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines while supporting construction handovers and variation pricing, with experience across South East Queensland.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates and Bills of Quantities (BoQs)

Analyse drawings, specifications, and documentation to determine project costs

Ensure full scope of work is captured in tenders





Review and assess subcontractor pricing and proposals

Prepare and submit RFIs and tender schedules

Provide cost comparisons and estimating advice on alternatives

Conduct site visits to assess project scope and project progress

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Proven experience in estimating, quantity surveying, or engineering within civil construction

Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and labor costs

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

Proficiency in 1st principles take-offs and measurement

Experience managing the full tender process from start to finish

Understanding of contract development and negotiation

Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills

High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

Onsite experience is highly regarded

Qualifications

Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Valid driver’s license (for site visits)

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Why Join Us?

Work on diverse and challenging civil projects

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Career development and progression opportunities

Unlock your potential with opportunities beyond estimation, fostering continued growth and development

Competitive salary and benefits

(Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted)

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