Estimating Team Leader

Estimating Team Leader

About Perfect Contracting

Perfect Contracting is an industry-leading decommissioning and demolition contractor, working with mining, commercial, industrial, and government clients on short- and long-term projects across Australia. With our own specialised fleet, equipment and engineering skills needed for heavy industrial demolition, Perfect prides itself on its growth, team culture and the reputation that “We get it done – safely!” 

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Role Summary

We are looking for a positive and proactive Estimating Team Leader to support and manage the bid pursuit team and sales cycle for the growing portfolio of Perfect Group projects. Reporting to the Group Bid Director, this role coordinates the sales pursuit activity of the Estimating Team to ensure completion as per schedule, on time and on budget. This person takes a lead through all stages from estimation to close out, working closely with the Bid Manager and with our team, clients, suppliers, and contractors.  This role contributes directly to the delivery of projects aligned to the company's growth ambitions, values and commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day performance of a small team of estimators preparing estimates for demolition projects.
• Contributes personally to estimating work, including leading estimating effort for major demolition projects.
• Prepares site investigation reports, demolition designs and management plans, and facilitates verification through third-party consultants.
• Contributes to tender and contract negotiation and scope development working closely with estimators, bid management and leadership.
• Maintains positive relationships with our clients, liaising and ensuring clear communication with all project stakeholders. 
• Proactively provides technical advice, support and problem solving, applying proven forecasting and analytical ability to monitor productivity and cost.
• Demonstrates a commitment to safety, and compliance, managing all technical documentation, and ITP Management in line with Perfect’s Integrated Management System.
• Initiates project establishment and maintains presence on all projects to ensure the work is on schedule, and the site is safely managed and changing resource requirements, work progress, changes in scope and cost are regularly reported to leadership.
• Manages adherence of all WHS, Sustainability and Environmental aspects, following all quality, work health and safety, and environmental policies and procedures. Always maintains a focus on the safety of all individuals on site on all projects.
• Demonstrates Perfect’s core values of positive attitude, safety at work, punctuality & honesty, strong team, care for equipment and inclusive workplace

Knowledge & Experience

• 2+ years’ experience working in major construction/infrastructure projects delivery
• Preferred experience in Civil Engineering and Demolition
• Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering required, and preferably also in Project Management 
• Solid knowledge of the engineering industry and Australian Standards
• Experience in contract administration and management
• Proficient in project management software, ERP systems and platforms

Key attributes

• Excellent listener, communicator & collaborator – with colleagues, clients, contractors, partners, and suppliers
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams 
• Diligent, organised, and detail-oriented by nature
• Consistently demonstrates positive energy and urgency in solving problems
• Self-motivated and able to manage your own time

Our projects span New South Wales and at times, regional travel will be required.

The benefits

• Work for the company that is certified as a Great Place to Work
• Full time permanent role in growing company
• Attractive salary package
• Head office is located in the heart of Marrickville, easily accessible by public transport.