Lead Estimator
Australia, New South Wales, Homebush
Experience: 4-6 Years
Infrastructure
Introduction
This is a hands on Estimating Manager position where you'll lead tenders from initial review through to final submission while mentoring a small team and driving estimating best practice. The work is focused on water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, pump stations, network upgrades and associated civil works
About this role
- Lead the preparation and submission of competitive tenders across water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Develop pricing strategies and commercial submissions for major bids.
- Manage estimating resources and provide guidance to junior estimators.
- Review designs, specifications, methodologies and project risks.
- Engage with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
- Work closely with operational teams to ensure estimates are practical and deliverable.
- Participate in bid reviews, value engineering workshops and client presentations.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across estimating systems and processes.
- Support business development activities and early contractor involvement opportunities.
Is this you?
- Experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimating Lead within civil, utilities or water infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations or utility infrastructure projects.
- Exposure to both greenfield and brownfield project environments.
- Ability to manage complex tenders and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify project risks and opportunities.
- Previous mentoring or leadership experience is advantageous.
- Engineering, Construction Management or related qualifications preferred.
What we offer
- $190,000 base salary plus super.
- 10% Short Term Incentive (STI).
- Genuine pathway into a senior leadership position.
- Nationally significant water infrastructure projects.
- Strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work.
- Sydney based position with flexibility available.