This is an opportunity to work in a personable dynamic working environment with a competitive salary and benefits package; with career development, in a forward-thinking engineering organisation.
Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for infrastructure and civil engineering projects
Review drawings, specifications, BOQs, and other tender documentation to develop comprehensive pricing
Undertake quantity take-offs and cost analysis for materials, labour, plant, and subcontractor packages
Liaise with engineering, planning, commercial, and procurement teams to ensure estimates are aligned with project requirements
Assess risks, constraints, and opportunities and incorporate them into pricing strategies
Support the preparation and submission of tenders and bids, including value engineering options where appropriate
Engage with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations
Maintain and update cost databases, benchmarks, and historical cost data
provide mentoring and guidance to junior estimators and contribute to estimating strategy and governance
Ensure compliance with company procedures, commercial standards, and project requirements
Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline
Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator on infrastructure / civil engineering projects working in a contractor environment
Ideally strong experience within the water sector (desalination, water treatment, wastewater, pipelines, utilities, drainage, etc.)
Solid understanding of construction methodologies, contracts, and cost drivers for large-scale infrastructure works
Proficiency in estimating software and MS Excel
Strong analytical, numerical, and attention-to-detail skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
