Services Cost Planner/Estimator

Play a key role in Lendlease’s construction strategy, and strong pipeline of work nationwideWork on iconic projects with a team of high performing Cost Planners and EstimatorsLong-term career development opportunities, plus attractive salary, and employee benefits on offerThe RoleLendlease have an exciting career opportunity to join our National Services Cost Planning team to help drive our current and upcoming pipeline of work around the country.As a Services Cost Planner / Estimator you will report to the Services Cost Planning and Estimating Manager and will be responsible for providing cost planning support, specialising in building services trades (Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics, Fire, Technologies, and Vertical Transport).You will be involved in all aspects of the business nationally from budget cost plans through to hard dollar tender submissions across a broad range of sectors including Health, Research, Government, Commercial, Hospitality, Retail, Residential, and Mixed Use.The role will entail the following key responsibilities:Create and manage services trade budgets.Prepare detailed measures and estimates.Collate data analytics and benchmarking.Provide cost support for value engineering and option management.Participate in services procurement strategies to drive competitive outcomes.Assess commercial opportunities and risks.Engage and maintain relationships with internal and external Clients, Partners, Consultants, Subcontractors and Suppliers.Lead and manage the tender analysis and cost vetting process of services subcontractor tender returns.Be actively engaged in collaborative tender processes.Provide cost planning assistance for Sustainable initiatives and emerging technologies.To be successful, you will need:Relevant tertiary qualifications and technical post tertiary qualifications, combined with Cost Planning / Estimating / Quantity Surveying experience.Specialist experience in building services trades (Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics, Fire, Technologies, and Vertical Transport).Experience with estimating platforms such as CostX.First class decision making and influencing skills.Leadership and problem-solving skills.Ability to act professionally and build trust, partnerships, and relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.Ability to work collaboratively and autonomously, in a fast-paced environment.About Lendlease:At Lendlease we create award-winning urban precincts, new communities for older people and young families just starting out, retail precincts, and workplaces to the highest sustainability standards. We are also privileged to create essential civic and social infrastructure including state-of-the-art hospitals, universities, and stadiums around the world.Benefits of working at Lendlease:We are committed to developing and retaining the best people and provide the best possible learning and development opportunities. We are a company who thrive on our employee’s wellbeing, and offer benefits including:Health & Well-being program, including well-being leave to relax and recharge, health assessments, and gym/exercise discounts.Balance your career and personal life with work flexibility, purchase additional annual leave and extensive family support benefits. ​26 weeks paid parental leave for both parents.4x extra Wellbeing days per year (on top of annual leave)Large pipeline of project work for career development and growth opportunitiesBonus scheme, Employee Share Acquisition program and options for salary sacrificing.Lendlease provides a wide range of benefits to support our employees through their everyday lives. Our flexible work arrangements make it possible to shape your working day accordingly. We embrace the value of a vibrant and diverse workforce and recognise that our people have different experiences and needs at different times.If you feel this position is suited to your skills, experience, and career aspirations, please apply on the link now or reach out to Ben Gisik in the Lendlease TA team on 0407 463 835 for a confidential chat today.Visit for additional opportunities.At Lendlease we offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equitable treatment and equitable opportunity are just the norm. We remain committed to supporting under-represented groups and providing a wide range of inclusion initiatives, so that everyone is supported to thrive.Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is reflected in our Elevate Reconciliation Action Plan, our Bronze Award with the Australian Workplace Equality Index by Pride in Diversity, and our generous parental leave policy of 26 weeks to any parent regardless of gender.Lendlease welcomes applicants regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, people with a disability, sexual orientation, or life stage. If you do not meet all the criteria or require adjustments to proceed with your application, we encourage you to reach out for a further discussion.