Estimator - Cost Estimation Specialist

1 week ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia MPC Kinetic Full time
About the Role

The Estimator will be responsible for preparing cost estimates for Budget and Tender submissions for our energy Infrastructure bids. This role requires a proactive and results-driven individual with a strong understanding of the construction process and relevant industry exposure.

Key Responsibilities
  • Preparing preliminary cost estimates from plans and client requests and specifications
  • Developing spreadsheets for costing labour and materials in meeting tender requirements
  • Preparing tenders and proposals
  • Identifying contract / cost options for profitable and sustainable tenders
  • Interpreting plans and drawings to enable accurate estimating, and pricing
  • Undertaking critical review of engineering drawings
  • Assisting/providing input as requested into supply and subcontract agreements
  • Reviewing contract performance, with a view to identifying more effective contract options
  • Preparing post-submission responses to client for the clarification of matters
  • Identifying, evaluating and recommending potential contractual opportunities
  • Providing input into improving policies and systems for the estimating of tenders & proposals
  • Compiling Historical data on projects under construction
  • Reviewing of tender project documents and estimate to compile a comprehensive list of Assumptions and Qualifications
  • Preparing reviews and lessons learnt on unsuccessful tenders
  • Preparing hand over packages of successful tenders to the project execution team
  • Providing assistance and participating during regular project commercial progress meetings
About Us

MPC Kinetic is a dynamic and innovative company that is redefining the challenge and innovating solutions that solve problems and deliver high quality outcomes. We offer three primary, but interconnected, divisions to clients – Infrastructure, Services and Solutions.

We are committed to quality and accuracy in everything we do and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply for our positions.



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