AddressAbout the Company
Southern Cross Water is a division of the Ahrens family of brands and is one of the most nationally recognised names that caters for the design, manufacture and installation of a wide range of water storage solutions, including engineered solutions. Southern Cross Water supplies water storage solutions into the mining, industrial, infrastructure, municipal and agricultural sectors. The company name remains the benchmark in supplying the highest quality and most reliable water storage infrastructure to Australian, New Zealand and international customers.
Ahrens is a fifth-generation, Australian family-owned company, with 120 years’ experience in delivering a diverse range of high-quality and cost effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.
We have become a full Construction, Engineering, Mining Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by 26 divisions and backed by 1300-plus people.
About the Role
We are seeking a Sales Estimator to join our friendly team at Southern Cross Water at our Murarrie or Gold Coast, QLD locations. Reporting to the Sales Manager, you will provide estimates for water storage projects from concept to hand-over and help manage and grow relationships with clients. This role will involve some travel between our QLD sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide input into the ‘buildability’ of projects during the design phase to ensure that the design is generated in the most cost-effective manner.
- Review preliminary specifications to determine scope of works.
- Develop the project scope in consultation with the Operations Manager and the client.
- Liaise with drafters, engineers and other relevant professions to ensure practical and compliant designs.
- Consultation with the Contracts & Compliance team to agree commercial terms.
- Ensure all tasks and plans are in accordance with legislation, regulation and service requirements.
- Send out and review pricing from approved subcontractors, suppliers, trades and other relevant stakeholders.
- Prepare tender submissions to clients.
- Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key clients.
- Maintain knowledge of the latest design, innovation, codes and standards in order to provide the best solutions to clients.
Skills and Experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience estimating in commercial projects;
- Ability to interpret technical drawings;
- Comprehensive understanding of construction drawings/methods and standards for tender submission;
- High level of attention to detail with regards to reviewing and interpreting documentation supplied as part of a RFQ or similar;
- Strong communication skills;
- Intermediate skills in using Microsoft Suite and similar products; &
- Basic knowledge of common ERP systems (SAP, Pronto).
Why Work at Ahrens & Southern Cross Water
We are continually evolving and investing in our people and facilities to achieve satisfying outcomes.
We strive for a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, and aligns with our core values including commitment, integrity and safety. In return we reward those who passionately work towards realising our vision.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family’s health & wellbeing
- Discounts to some of Australia’s leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more
- Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family
- Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice
- Family, social and team building events
- Opportunities for career progression
How to Apply
To apply click the "Apply Now" to submit your updated resume and cover letter, further enquiries can be directed to Marija Sladakovic, HR Coordinator on 08 8521 00***or via email to ***********@ahrens.com.au
Ahrens & Southern Cross Water are Equal Opportunity employers who recognise the value in a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to promote an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds.
