Estimating Manager

16 hours ago

Helensvale, Australia SEE Group Full time

**The SEE Way**
SEE Group is a family-built company with over 35 years of experience in delivering excellence across civil construction, mining, and infrastructure. At SEE Group, we don’t just build projects—we build careers.
- Be part of a down-to-earth, supportive team that values diversity and inclusion
- Benefit from career growth and tailored development opportunities
- Enjoy personalised rewards and recognition for your hard work
- Work on impactful projects that shape communities
- Collaborate with passionate people who bring a "boots & all" attitude to everything they do

**About the Role**
Are you an experienced estimating professional with a passion for leading high-performing teams and driving business growth? We are looking for an Estimating Manager to join our expanding team at SEE Civil. In this senior role, you will lead our estimating department through the entire bid process, playing a pivotal role in securing new projects and driving the company’s success. If you have a keen eye for detail, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to mentor a talented team, this is the perfect opportunity to make your mark.

**Responsibilities**
- Lead and mentor the estimating team, ensuring optimal performance and continuous development
- Review tender opportunities, provide recommendations for bid decisions, and lead the entire estimating process
- Collaborate with the Commercial and Pre-Contracts teams to assess risks and develop tender strategies
- Represent SEE Civil in joint venture bids, overseeing bid teams, governance, and risk workshops
- Support bid teams with innovative solutions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of tenders
- Participate in client meetings, pre-tender briefings, and post-tender negotiations, including occasional travel
- Oversee handover meetings for successful tenders, ensuring all key details are transferred to the construction team
- Contribute to business development efforts, including attending industry events and providing insights to senior leadership

**Key Requirements**
- Extensive experience in estimating, particularly in urban development projects
- Proficiency in bulk earthworks, roadworks, and pipeline methodologies
- Strong background in first principles estimating or forecasting
- Proven leadership abilities, with a focus on mentoring and developing teams
- Strong commercial acumen and experience in assessing and managing project risks
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to represent SEE Civil in client meetings and workshops
- In-depth knowledge of tendering processes, contracts, and pricing methodologies
- Ability to innovate and contribute to best practices in estimating
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes

**What’s next?**

If you would like to join our team and hold full, unlimited working rights in Australia, we encourage you to submit your CV.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Women and People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island heritage are strongly encouraged to apply.

**Location**
- Helensvale, QLD

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