Prepare accurate quantity take-offs and detailed estimates for civil infrastructure projects (roads, rail, bridges, and water projects).
Analyze project specifications, drawings, and documents to develop a deep understanding of project requirements.
Build up cost estimates, including labor, materials, and equipment based on provided rate libraries.
Collaborate with the founder and senior team to develop pricing strategies, timelines, and project resourcing assumptions.
Produce estimates within a 34-day turnaround per tender (varies by project scope).
Provide clarifications for tenders, assist with variations, and support post-award pricing when necessary.
Work on one project at a time, occasionally shifting focus for urgent tasks.
Support occasional business development or administrative tasks as required.
Use company templates for schedules (in Excel) and contribute to ongoing documentation improvement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
Minimum of 5 years experience in estimating and quantity surveying for civil infrastructure projects.
Strong background in both estimating and quantity surveying.
Previous experience working with contractors is highly preferred; experience in major general contractors such as Leighton Asia (or similar) is a plus.
Experience on large-scale projects (roads, rail, bridges, water) is essential.
Knowledge of or experience with Australian civil construction standards is ideal but not mandatory.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision, show high initiative, and identify gaps in information or project scope.
Proficient with at least one major estimating software: CostX, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Cubit, Candy, or similar.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Teams) is required.
Fluent in English, with excellent communication and documentation skills.
