A national contractor with a strong pipeline of transport, water, renewable energy and defence infrastructure work is seeking a Senior Civil Estimator to join its national precontracts team.Working on opportunities typically valued from $50M to $500M, you will be involved in the preparation of first-principles estimates across some of Australia's largest civil infrastructure projects.
The role works closely with operational, commercial and bid teams to develop pricing, methodologies and tender submissions for major projects nationally.Indigenous Business Growth (IBG) is a majority Indigenous owned recruitment business registered with Supply Nation, specialising in civil engineering, infrastructure, construction and major project recruitment.
We partner closely with contractors, engineering consultancies and delivery organisations to place high quality technical professionals.
Our approach is relationship led and commercially grounded, built on practical industry experience and a explicit understanding of how complex projects are delivered.Key ResponsibilitiesReview tender documentation, drawings, specifications and contract requirementsPrepare detailed first-principles estimates and pricing build-upsComplete quantity take-offs and estimate verification activitiesDevelop construction methodologies and bid strategiesAssess project risks,



opportunities and commercial assumptionsLead subcontractor and supplier pricing processesSupport executive tender reviews and major bid submissionsWork closely with operational teams to validate delivery methodologies and resource assumptionsMaintain estimating benchmarks, historical cost data and estimating systemsMentor junior estimators and support team developmentEssentialExtensive civil infrastructure estimating experienceDemonstrated capability preparing first-principles estimates on projects valued from $50 million+Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery modelsExperience across transport, water, defence, resources or renewable energy projectsWell-developed commercial and risk assessment capabilityAbility to engage effectively with operational, technical and commercial stakeholdersTertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similarDesirableTier 1 or major Tier 2 contractor experienceSite-based construction or project delivery backgroundExperience with Design & Construct, Alliance or EPC delivery modelsOn OfferLong-term pipeline of major infrastructure opportunitiesExposure to nationally significant projectsEstablished and experienced precontracts teamCareer progression within a growing organisationCompetitive salary packageAustralian experience is required.
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📌 Senior Estimator (Sydney)
🏢 Indigenous Business Growth
📍 Sydney