Senior Estimator

Shape the future of civil infrastructure with a trusted regional contractor

Competitive salary from 180K + vehicle + relocation support to Toowoomba

Lead diverse civil projects from roads to rail and renewables

Thrive in a values-driven, family-run company with real impact

About Joe Wagner Group

Celebrating 40 years of operation in 2025,
Joe Wagner Group (JWG)
is a proudly
family-owned and operated
civil construction and rail infrastructure company headquartered in
Toowoomba, Queensland
, with additional operations in Brisbane and regional project sites across QLD, NSW, and expanding into WA.

We work with procurement and project management staff from infrastructure asset owners, constructors, and maintainers who value transparent communication and strong interpersonal relationships. Our clients include Queensland Rail, Aurizon, TMR, local councils, and partners in wind, solar, and renewables.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a full-time
Senior Estimator
based in
Toowoomba, QLD
.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, and working closely with our experienced Senior Estimator in Brisbane, you'll be instrumental in preparing and coordinating tenders for a range of
mid-sized infrastructure projects
across civil, drainage, rail and renewables.

You'll be central to
connecting with clients
,
understanding scope
,
engaging the market
, and
delivering high-quality tenders.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading preparation of tenders for civil infrastructure, rail, and renewables
• Reviewing project documents and identifying scope, risks, and opportunities
• Performing quantity take-offs and cost estimating from first principles
• Liaising with subcontractors, councils, clients and suppliers for pricing and scope
• Mentoring a junior estimator and contributing to capability development
• Collaborating with a close-knit estimating team across locations
• Supporting our Bid Coordinator and CRM processes to ensure submission quality
• Actively participating in business development by leveraging local knowledge
• Championing safety, quality, and compliance through our Integrated Management System

About You

To qualify, you will need a
degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Quantity Surveying
, and
5 years' civil estimating experience in the Australian market
. You must hold a current
Australian driver's licence
and a
general construction induction (White/Blue Card)
.

We are seeking someone who understands how to
price a project end-to-end
, and who brings a
practical understanding of how infrastructure is built
— not just from behind a screen.

Additionally, the following skills and experience are highly valued:

• Expert Estimation software (essential)
• MS Project or P6 for programming
• AutoCAD or similar for drawings
• BoQ validation and first-principles estimation
• Familiarity with TMR and council specifications
• Strong stakeholder communication and negotiation skills
• CRM, bid systems and structured estimating processes

As our ideal candidate, you're
collaborative, commercially astute and regionally grounded
. You value
relationships
, enjoy
mentoring others
, and thrive in a culture of
clarity, ownership, and follow-through
.

About the Benefits

This is a pivotal role in a company that
respects your expertise and gives you space to lead
.

Your total compensation includes:

• Competitive salary: from $180,000, based on experience
• Company vehicle with reasonable private use
• Phone, laptop, and necessary tools of trade
• Relocation support for the right candidate
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• A role with genuine impact, autonomy, and visibility
• Inclusion in a team that values connection, clarity, and collaboration
• Projects spanning rail, local government, wind/solar infrastructure, and more

While the role is based in
Toowoomba
, travel is occasional and always supported. You'll be empowered to connect locally, build relationships, and represent JWG's
regional capability
with confidence.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to join a team that
recognises what matters
, delivers with
precision
, and thrives in a
people-first environment
, this could be the ideal next step in your career.