Evolve Talent are supporting a growing civil & pipeline construction contractor in Brisbane, in their search for a Senior Estimator.
This is a hands‐on role for someone who understands civil construction, knows how projects are built, and can take a tender from drawings and scope through to a competitive, commercially sound estimate.
The Role
You'll be responsible for the end‐to‐end estimating process, including:
Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes
Completing detailed quantity take‐offs and Bills of Quantities
Preparing project estimates and cost plans
Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier pricing
Pricing labour, materials, plant and subcontractor costs
Identifying project risks, exclusions and commercial opportunities
Preparing and submitting competitive tenders
Working closely with project delivery teams to ensure estimates are practical and buildable
Building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
Supporting tender strategy and project pricing
About You
We're looking for a hands‐on Senior Estimator who can work autonomously and has genuine experience estimating civil construction projects.
You'll ideally have:
Proven experience as a Civil Estimator / Senior Estimator
Strong experience across pipelines, drainage, concrete, utilities or general civil infrastructure




Demonstrated experience managing tenders from start to finish
A strong understanding of civil construction methodologies
The ability to complete your own take‐offs, pricing and cost build‐ups
Established subcontractor and supplier relationships
Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
The ability to take ownership and work with minimal hand‐holding
What's On Offer
Brisbane‐based role with a hybrid working arrangement
Approximately 2-3 days in the office, with the remainder working from home
Opportunity to join a growing civil contractor with a strong pipeline of work
Genuine autonomy and ownership across estimating and tendering
Close access to senior leadership and project delivery teams
Prospect to play a key role in securing and delivering future projects
Evolve Talent is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.
About Evolve:
Since ****, Evolve Talent has been supporting specialised talent in with connecting Australian businesses nationwide.
Evolve Talent is renowned and awarded for its 'Candidate Experience' and service delivery across its five specialised divisions, including Design & Construct, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Mining & Resources and Safety & Environment.
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📌 Senior Estimator (Brisbane)
🏢 Evolve Talent
📍 Brisbane