Civil Estimator

Nathan is experiencing strong growth and with a large pipeline of opportunities, now requires an experienced Civil Estimator to join the team and contribute to our continued success.

About Us

Nathan Contractors delivers comprehensive civil works across Australia, focusing on the civil, mining and energy sectors.  We deliver transport, electricity, energy, mining and water projects and are committed to contributing to and shaping Australia's future. Our people are at the forefront of new and emerging construction sectors with a focus on innovation and high performance.

About the Role

You'll play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive estimates for a variety of civil construction projects. You'll work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure our bids are both commercially viable and technically sound. You will be required to analyse project plans and work methodologies  to produce accurate cost and time estimates for infrastructure projects across a range of sectors, often in remote areas of Australia.

As a Senior Estimator your responsibilities will include:

• Interpreting engineering plans and specifications.
• Conducting commercial reviews of contracts and identify key issues, scope deviations, and providing construction solutions.
• Preparing accurate bills of quantities, cost estimates and project schedules.
• Managing tendering and quoting procedures, ensuring submissions meet client requirements.
• Identifying project cost risks and opportunities.
• Analysing project profitability and unit costs to improve tender success rates.
• Liaising effectively with consultants, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Mentoring junior team members to support their development and maintain quality standards.

About You

You are energetic and ambitious and looking to advance your career to the next level. You hold tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related field and have a minimum of ten years' experience in the Australian civil construction or engineering industry, including 6 years as an estimator.  You bring strong estimating experience, including preparing tenders and proposals and identifying cost-effective solutions. You have proven skills in commercial and risk management, planning and project controls.

You have strong analytical thinking skills and a sharp attention to detail. You are a confident communicator and a collaborative team player.  You are familiar with Australian construction standards and practices, understand infrastructure construction methods, material costs, and the factors that influence project timelines and budgets.

You have are an experienced user of industry software tools such as Expert Estimation, Candy and have an understanding of MSP, Asta Powerproject or P6.

Why Join Nathan Contractors?

At Nathan Contractors, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values innovation and excellence. We offer exciting opportunities for career development and progression, giving you the chance to grow professionally while working on diverse and challenging projects. Nathan offers a market competitive remuneration, reflecting our commitment to attracting top talent and delivering outstanding results.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to take the next step in your estimating career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out to us via to learn more.

As part of the hiring process for this position, you will undergo a pre-employment medical, which includes drug and alcohol screening and qualification checks. We will need you to provide documentation regarding your eligibility to work in Australia, such as a valid Australian passport, birth certificate, citizenship certificate or current visa grant notification.