Estimating Assistant - Auckland

About the Role
Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Estimating Assistant will support the preparation of cost estimates and technical proposals for McConnell Dowell's tender submissions.

Based in our Auckland Head Office, you will work closely with the estimating, engineering, and operations teams to help develop accurate and competitive tenders for major infrastructure projects.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in estimating and gain valuable experience across the full tendering process.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Estimating Manager and wider estimating team with the preparation of tender submissions.
• Prepare quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Issue and follow up Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for materials, services, plant, and subcontractor works.
• Review and analyse supplier and subcontractor quotations for inclusion in estimates.
• Assist with developing pricing and cost information for tender submissions.
• Prepare and maintain tender files, documentation, and submission records.
• Ensure tender documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted within required deadlines.
• Assist with site visits and inspections where required.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, engineering, and operations teams.
• Keep informed of actual project and site costs to support estimating activities.
• Assist with reconciling plant and equipment costs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the tendering and estimating process.
• Ensure all tender activities comply with McConnell Dowell's quality, safety, environmental, and management system requirements.

About You

• Preferably a tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in construction, estimating, quantity surveying, or project administration is advantageous.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Good numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems and software.
• A proactive attitude and enthusiasm to develop a career in estimating.
• Strong commitment to McConnell Dowell's values of safety, integrity, customer focus, teamwork, and performance excellence.

Don’t tick all the boxes but still keen?
Great people don’t always come with a checklist. If you bring energy, initiative, and a willingness to learn we’d love to hear from you.
  
About Us
McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction
  
For over 60 years, McConnell Dowell has been delivering complex infrastructure across New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific and Southeast Asia. Our purpose is Providing a Better Life by creating infrastructure that connects, supports and sustains communities and by providing career opportunities that help our people thrive.
  
Why Join Us?
Work on projects that leave a legacy in communities across Aotearoa. 
Learn from some of the best minds in the infrastructure sector.  
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team culture where your ideas matter.  
At McConnell Dowell, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply.
  
So join us, be you, and help us create better together. Apply now!