Estimator

ABOUT PCF

PCF Construction Services is one of Victoria’s leading Tier 1 formwork and reinforced concrete specialists, delivering complex, high-profile building and civil projects across Metro Melbourne.

With a strong reputation for disciplined project delivery, technical capability and commercial performance, PCF partners with Tier 1 builders and major contractors to deliver technically challenging substructure and superstructure packages to the highest standards.

Due to a secured pipeline of large-scale projects and continued business growth, we are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our pre-construction team and play a key role in securing and shaping major concrete packages across Melbourne.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a high-impact position working closely with our Managing Director and senior leadership.

You will take ownership of tenders from initial review through to adjudication and structured handover, ensuring submissions reflect current market conditions, buildability considerations and disciplined commercial risk management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Tender & Cost Planning

• Prepare detailed take-offs and BOQs (formwork, reinforcement and concrete)
• Develop labour, plant and material cost build-ups
• Analyse subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure scope alignment

Commercial & Risk Management

• Identify commercial and delivery risks during the tender phase
• Prepare tender queries and clarify scope gaps
• Contribute to value engineering and buildability reviews
• Participate in adjudication meetings with Managing Director

Pre-Contract & Handover

• Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors during tender stage
• Support preparation of tender submissions and commercial summaries
• Assist with structured project handover to delivery teams

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience estimating reinforced concrete structures
• Strong understanding of substructure and superstructure methodologies
• Ability to confidently interpret structural and architectural drawings
• Experience with estimating software (Conquest, CCS, Causeway or similar)
• Strong knowledge of Victorian labour, plant and material market rates
• High-level Excel capability and strong commercial acumen
• Degree qualified (Civil Engineering, Construction Management or QS) preferred
• Australian work rights

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Secure pipeline of large-scale, technically complex projects
• Direct exposure to Managing Director and senior decision-makers
• Opportunity to take ownership of major tenders
• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience
• Docklands office location

If you are looking to take ownership of your tenders and play a key role in a growing, high-performing specialist contractor, we would like to hear from you.

Apply via Seek or email your resume to Aaron Gould at [email protected]