Senior Estimator – Civil Infrastructure Projects (Melbourne)

Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Salary: Senior Estimator: $150k – $200k + Super + allowances (experience dependent).

About the role

Our client is a civil contractor delivering major road, rail and infrastructure projects across Victoria. To support their growing tender pipeline, we are seeking Senior Estimators and Estimators with a proven record of preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for civil construction projects. You’ll join a collaborative team involved in high‑value infrastructure works and benefit from long‑term job security and progression pathways.

Why Join?

Competitive package: salary bands reflect current market rates and include superannuation and allowances.

Robust project pipeline: long‑term civil projects across Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Career growth: opportunities to develop into senior roles or move into project management.

High‑value projects: exposure to complex road, rail, bridges and earthworks projects.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing detailed estimates: review drawings, specifications and scope documents to produce detailed first principles cost estimates for civil infrastructure projects.

Supplier & subcontractor pricing: obtain and evaluate quotations; build relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.

Identify cost risks, apply contingencies and propose value‑engineering alternatives.

Assemble complete tender packages, including methodology, pricing schedules and clarifications; coordinate inputs from engineering, procurement and construction teams.

Lead tender strategy, mentor junior estimators, coordinate estimate reviews with management and negotiate final pricing with clients.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 5 years’ experience preparing estimates for civil construction projects (roads, rail, earthworks, water or structures) in Australia.

Strong skills in estimating software (e.g. CostX, Buildsoft, Candy), Microsoft Excel and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Diploma or degree in civil engineering, construction management, quantity surveying or a related discipline (preferred).

Ability to liaise effectively with engineers, project managers, clients and suppliers.

Rigorous approach to measurement, pricing and tender documentation.

How to Apply

Please apply via SEEK or forward your resume outlining your relevant estimating experience to [email protected].

Disclaimer

Short‑listed candidates will undergo pre‑employment checks in line with position requirements. We accept applications directly from candidates; resumes from recruitment agencies will not be considered.