Estimator Civil Senior
The Company
Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.
Join the Civmec Team
Join a leading estimating team, influence, and win projects from an early stage. You will play a key role in developing innovative methodologies, approaches, and the overall estimate within a dedicated and supportive large business development team environment.
As a Senior Civil Estimator, you will take ownership of end-to-end tender preparation for medium-to-large-value earthworks and concrete packages, while mentoring and leading a small team of estimators. It is a senior role for an experienced estimator ready to shape competitive submissions and help drive Civmec's continued growth.
The Role
- Manage end-to-end tender preparation, from reviewing documentation through to final submission
- Prepare accurate costings across materials, labour and equipment for medium-to-large earthworks and concrete packages
- Coordinate subcontract elements and ensure complete scope coverage
- Produce professional, competitive tender submissions
- Mentor and lead a team of 2-5 estimators, supporting the development of junior team members
- Estimate across Civmec's projects, tenders and upcoming works business-wide
- Support project planning and the handover of awarded work to delivery teams
- Maintain documentation standards and ensure compliance with quality systems and timelines
- Contribute to business growth, strong client relationships and overall company performance
About You
To be successful in the role, you will possess the following:
- 5-10 years' field experience in estimating, ideally within the construction, mining or resources industries
- Demonstrated experience estimating medium-to-large-value earthworks and concrete packages
- Proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions
- A strong work ethic with the ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume workload to deadline
- Experience mentoring or leading small teams (desirable)
- Experience working for a larger Tier 1 contractor (advantageous)
- Previous knowledge of SMP or Fabrication disciplines (highly regarded)
- A trade qualification, Boilermaker, Mechanical Fitter or Welding (desirable but not essential)
- Exposure to industry in a blue-collar position (desirable)
Civmec + You
At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume’ culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that’s why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.
How to Apply
Please click the “apply” link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.
Alternatively, please call our Recruitment Team on (08) 6595 5888.
Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
We respectfully request no agency submissions.
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