Senior Estimator

Job no: 494565

Work type: Full Time Permanent

Location: Victoria

Categories: Pre-contracts

Seymour Whyte is a prominent civil engineering and construction company, known for delivering complex infrastructure projects across Australia. We are backed by VINCI, one of the largest construction firms globally, providing us with world-class expertise and innovative solutions.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join our South Australian team and lead a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure tenders. You will take ownership of the end-to-end tender process, from first-principle estimating and cost analysis to exploring innovative construction solutions that enhance bid competitiveness. This role involves managing risks, presenting well-structured tenders, ensuring smooth handovers to project teams, and mentoring junior estimators. Collaborating with multidisciplinary stakeholders, you'll help deliver accurate, timely submissions while making a real impact on the future of Australian infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tender Leadership: Take charge of preparing detailed, accurate tenders for complex civil projects, including first-principle estimating, quantity take-offs, cost analysis, and project programming. You will drive the end-to-end tendering process, ensuring submissions are both competitive and robust.
• Comprehensive Estimating: Analyse tender documentation in depth, evaluate alternative construction methodologies, and deliver innovative solutions that strengthen bid competitiveness. Keep meticulous records of all calculations, correspondence, and methodologies to support transparency and accuracy.
• Risk & Cost Management: Proactively identify and assess project risks and opportunities, integrating insights into risk management tools such as Risk spreadsheets. Present well-structured tenders at review meetings, clearly highlighting key considerations and mitigation strategies.
• Seamless Handover: Ensure successful tenders transition smoothly to Project Managers, providing thorough documentation and support. Collaborate closely with project teams at contract commencement to assist with financial administration and allocation of the Bill of Quantities.
• Team Mentorship & Collaboration: Mentor and guide junior Estimators and Engineering Assistants, fostering a high-performance, collaborative team environment. Work alongside internal stakeholders, including surveyors, planners, and procurement specialists, to leverage expertise and enhance tender accuracy.

About you:

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil engineering or similar related qualifications.
• Experience using Expert Estimation preferred - training available.
• Civil infrastructure estimating experience.
• Demonstrated history of first principles estimating.
• Ideally have had 10+ years delivering Infrastructure projects.
• Comfortable presenting to senior leaders within the business.
• Current C-Class Driver's License - preferred.

We have a range of benefits available for our employees:

• Time for Life: Enjoy birthday leave, purchased leave programs, paid parental leave, and flexible work arrangements.
• Financial Wellbeing: Competitive remuneration, annual bonuses, salary continuance insurance, and an employee share program.
• Career Growth: Access training, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities.
• Health + Wellbeing: Benefit from discounted health insurance, wellness discounts, and fertility support.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia.

Reference code: 494565

Advertised: 18 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 18 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time