PROJECT ESTIMATOR / PROJECT ENGINEER – AUSTRALIAN PROJECTS

Estimate. Strategise. Lead. Build Your Next Career Milestone.

Ready to put your estimating and engineering expertise to work on Australian construction and infrastructure projects?

We’re looking for an experienced Project Estimator / Project Engineer who can turn project plans and requirements into accurate estimates, competitive tenders, practical methodologies, and commercially sound solutions.

This is more than just crunching numbers — you’ll work across estimating, project planning, cost management, risk assessment, tender preparation, and team development, with opportunities to take on increasingly complex projects and greater responsibility.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Project Evaluation & Planning

• Review project documents, building plans, and scope-of-work requirements
• Conduct site visits to understand project conditions and requirements
• Prepare tender review forms, detailed SOWs, and project research
• Develop Nearmap/Google Earth line diagrams to illustrate project scope
• Research project requirements and provide indicative budget values

Cost Estimation & Management

• Prepare estimates for labour, plant, equipment, and materials
• Develop and manage detailed material lists and costings
• Obtain, assess, and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Analyse project costs and market pricing
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and keep projects within budget

Proposals & Contracts

• Prepare detailed proposals covering materials, costs, and timelines
• Develop bid packages and assist with contract negotiations
• Review and approve purchase orders where required

Methodology & Scheduling

• Develop clear project methodologies from planning through delivery
• Prepare task chronology, staging, and preliminary project programs
• Ensure proposed methodologies and schedules meet contract requirements
• Continuously identify ways to improve tender methodologies and project delivery

Risk & Financial Oversight

• Conduct project risk assessments and identify potential cost variations
• Track and report project costs
• Assist with contingency planning and value engineering
• Complete and evaluate cost-revenue analysis

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor and provide training to junior estimators
• Support and lead the team in achieving KPIs
• Take on greater responsibility as you develop your expertise and professional judgement

Audit & Continuous Improvement

• Support tasks related to annual client audits
• Prepare and organise documentation and third-party audit meeting minutes
• Contribute innovative ideas to improve the client's Integrated Management System (IMS)

WHAT YOU BRING

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Estimator or Project Engineer
• Proven experience with Australian construction or infrastructure projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field — or equivalent industry experience
• Strong ability to interpret building plans, project documents, SOWs, and tender requirements
• Solid experience in estimating labour, materials, plant, and equipment
• Strong commercial, analytical, and cost-management skills
• Experience developing project methodologies, staging plans, and preliminary schedules
• Knowledge of risk assessment, cost tracking, value engineering, and contingency planning
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior estimators and contribute to team KPIs
• Experience with audits, project documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY?

This role offers the chance to grow beyond traditional estimating. With ongoing training, practical experience, and exposure to increasingly complex projects, you’ll have the opportunity to strengthen your technical and commercial expertise while progressing toward greater responsibility and independence.

READY TO BUILD WHAT'S NEXT?

If you’re an experienced Project Estimator or Project Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, finding smarter ways to deliver projects, and making numbers work — this could be your next big opportunity.

Apply now and bring your expertise to the Australian construction industry!