Senior Civil Estimator

We're looking for a talented Senior Civil Estimator to join our pre-contracts team in a full time capacity. The role is flexible, hybrid and based on the Sunshine Coast or any capital city - work from home or office and attend client office when required. 

Reporting to our Principal Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering First Principle Estimates for a diverse range of clients and projects including mining infrastructure, transport infrastructure, earthworks, utilities including water, contract mining, sewer, drainage, and pump stations. 

We think this role would suit a mid-level/Senior Civil Estimator looking to diversify their experience and gain exposure to projects outside of their current employer’s core business. If that's you, read on and apply. 

• Minimum 8 years' civil estimating experience with onsite project experience in the construction industry
• Tertiary qualification in engineering, quantity surveying or similar is preferred but not essential
• Knowledge of construction processes, operations, and methodologies
• Extensive experience in recognising and understanding implications in programs
• Advanced time management skills supporting your ability to meet tight deadlines
• Well-developed communication skills to assist in client meetings and to manage internal reviews and approvals
• Ability to deliver competitive estimates from first principles to project start up
• A proven background managing successful tenders up to $100 million
• Strong commercial acumen

• Analyse and prepare tender estimates, budget estimates and other cost related proposals in a timely manner working closely with client leaders, key stakeholders, and internal senior management
• Prepare and present clear and accurate information for tender reviews
• Develop innovative tender solutions through the knowledge latest design and/or construction techniques to deliver high quality outcomes
• Attend tender meetings, and contribute to the development and execution of the tender strategy
• Create and maintain detailed libraries, templates and up to date knowledge of civil construction
• Gather, update, and review historical cost data

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering and / or Construction Management or related field of study
• Experience estimating projects or relevant engineering experience

• Highly proficient Expert Estimation (2014 & Genesis); or 
• Intermediate Candy Estimating: or 
• Experience with CATs 
• Intermediate Asta Power Project; or 
• Intermediate Prima Vera P6

• Get broader project experience (Mining Infra, Road Infra, Utilities, Airports) 
• Get broader client experience (Asset owners, head contractors, subcontractors) 
• Get exposure to latest software / libraries and best practice in the industry (regular lunch n learn sessions) 
• Work with a team of legends who get along well and have regular social events 
• Get exposure to projects outside of your home state and discipline 
• Have the opportunity to do not just estimating 

We are proud team of dedicated professionals, committed to achieving excellence, and developing and delivering innovative solutions that keep our clients coming back. 

JC Civil Projects Pty Ltd, born on the Sunshine Coast, delivering professional services to the civil, mining and construction industries across Australia and overseas. We provide estimating, tender management, strategic planning, design development, delivery and certification, engineering, and construction services to both private and public sector clients. 

Together, we bring knowledge, skill, and experience along with a demonstrated history of providing innovative solutions, and technical expertise through industry best practice for our clients. Our aim is to always exceed expectations and to contribute to our client’s success.

Our mission is to support our clients and contribute to their successes while also establishing ourselves as an experienced and trusted advisor that delivers accurate, thorough, and reliable professional services.

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible and remote work arrangements
• Mentoring from our Principal Civil Engineer/Managing Director who will guide you in the implementation of best practice tendering and estimating, including the precontract function within a consulting environment
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of projects and clients from SMEs through to Tier 1 Contractors and Asset Owners
• Supportive and experienced team of Senior Civil Estimators and Consultants
• 100 per cent Australian owned engineering firm