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Estimator/Cost Planner

2 months ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia laing O'Rourke Full time

About Laing O'Rourke

Laing O'Rourke is a leading international construction and infrastructure company with a rich history of delivering complex projects in Australia. With a presence spanning over 70 years, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for clients across various sectors, including defence.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Estimator/Cost Planner to join our commercial team in the defence sector. The successful candidate will have a strong background in cost estimation and planning, with a proven track record of delivering projects within budget.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Design Manager to review the developing design and provide cost planning advice to ensure it stays within budget allowances.
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of the design and provide cost-effective solutions by attending design meetings and offering informed cost advice.
  • Provide design consultants with budget-informed direction to facilitate the design development process within budget parameters.
  • Explore, price, and propose innovative value engineering and design options to the project team and maintain a register of potential items throughout the project.
  • Identify, price, and submit head contract variations to the client, and negotiate financial outcomes with the client's representatives.
  • Conduct regular quantity verification analysis to ensure current scope does not exceed contractual scope and associated budget allowances.
  • Work with the Commercial Manager to develop the project Budget-to-Build, ensuring it is mapped to the original tender budget.

About You

  • Minimum 5 years of industry experience in similar positions.
  • Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Quantity Surveying is preferred.
  • Advanced experience in Estimating/Cost Planning, Risk Identification, and Value Engineering, with knowledge and experience of large, complex projects, including defence.
  • Demonstrated ability to review the detail of a developing design in accordance with budget requirements and influence design outcomes accordingly.
  • Sound technical construction knowledge.

Benefits

We strive to create an environment that fosters growth and development. Our company offers a range of benefits, including specialized learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry-leading paid parental leave policy, and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. Laing O'Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

We actively support a diverse workforce and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.