Steel Estimator

3 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia McNab Full time

About this role

This is a key opportunity for a skilled Steel Estimator to join McNab's team and contribute to the company's growth and success. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing timely and accurate bids aligned with McNab's policies and client requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for structural steel elements using CostX, ensuring all measurements are accurate and align with project specifications.
  • Prepare competitive bids and cost plans, identifying and managing project risks and opportunities.
  • Develop and foster strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to achieve optimal commercial outcomes.
  • Collaborate with project teams to leverage subcontractor relationships for the best pricing and ensure a positive work environment.
  • Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure accuracy in all measurements and reporting.
  • Train and manage overseas-based take-off and measurement resources to maintain estimating quality and program.

About you

  • Previous experience in steel estimating.
  • Solid technical understanding of steel performance and quality requirements, including familiarity with AS4100 and AS5131.
  • Proven experience with Cost X and Estimate One.
  • Understanding of the methodology for the erection of structural steel.
  • Experience with measurement and estimating to ASMM and trade-based formats.
  • Proven commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to think strategically.
  • Excellent problem-solving, influencing, verbal and written communication, and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to present information intuitively and consciously.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Proven experience in managing direct reports.
  • Established industry relationships (desirable).
  • Experience with overseas procurement and fabrication (desirable).

As a McNab employee, you will have access to tailored training programs for personal and career growth. We believe in investing in our people, and the opportunities at McNab are endless.

About McNab

McNab is a leading Construction, Development, and Property group in Australia, with a turnover exceeding $1 billion each year. Despite our growth and size, we maintain a small company DNA, centered around genuine care for our staff, customers, and stakeholders. Our success is not about awards or growth, but delivering so well that our clients are proud to represent us.

Our promise is simple: to deliver certainty for our clients at a time of unprecedented uncertainty in the industry. We achieve this by leveraging the entire McNab Group, from delivering our own property developments to manufacturing our own building products. Your career at McNab goes beyond traditional construction roles.

Benefits:

  • Birthday leave.
  • Annual health and fitness subsidy.
  • Parental leave program.
  • Access to the Employee Assistance Program.
  • Internal development opportunities through tailored training programs.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a strong career with a reputable construction company that genuinely cares about the development of all staff.



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