Estimating Professional

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeEstimator Full time

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of construction.

The position of Estimator is a unique opportunity to combine your analytical skills with your passion for building and contribute to the growth of our organization.

We are looking for an experienced professional who can lead small to medium estimates, conduct detailed analysis of contract documents, and ensure the completion of full quantity take-offs.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in construction cost estimating, with a proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leads small to medium estimates or components of large estimates and reviews all associated bid documents.

  • Conducts detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications to determine and validate overall project requirements.

  • Ensures the completion of full quantity take-offs of all labor, equipment, and materials from project documents.

  • Supports the estimate lead by populating tender forms, generating requests for information, anticipating proposal requirements, and assisting to establish a pursuit schedule.

  • Recognizes risks related to project specific requirement, site, schedule and market conditions/constraints. Uses contract terms to identify risks and opportunities.

  • Assists with bid document control by documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team.

  • Performs bid-day assignments and supports other estimators to successfully close various scopes.

  • Develops and maintains strong relationships with all stakeholders including lead estimator, lead bid runner, subtrade partners and suppliers.

  • Solicits competitive pricing from subtrade partners and suppliers for pursuit support.

  • Establishes a critical path schedule for the estimate/pursuit.

  • Leads a small team including mentoring and coaching indirect reports.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.

  • 4 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating, and 6 months of on-site experience is preferred.

  • General construction knowledge; understands specifications, drawings, materials, and methods and procedures.

  • Intermediate knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation; including quantity takeoff procedures and systems, subtrade partner procurement, pricing, interdepartmental functions, general expense philosophy and bid-closing procedures.

  • Understanding of compensation models, market conditions, business trends, internal historical information, and competitors.

  • Familiar with different delivery methods: hard bid, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), unit price, design-build, target prices, and cost reimbursable.

  • Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders including the ability to solicit subtrade partners and suppliers.

  • Working knowledge of estimating software, advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

  • A competitive salary and bonus structure.

  • A range of benefits, including health and wellness programs.

  • Opportunities for career development and advancement.

At our company, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an equitable environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

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