What are you going to do

As the Civil Estimator, you will play a key role in securing future projects by preparing accurate, competitive and commercially sound tenders. You will work closely with senior management, project teams and subcontractors to develop detailed pricing submissions across a diverse range of civil scopes.

Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions
Reviewing drawings, specifications and scopes of work
Pricing earthworks, drainage, utilities and concrete packages
Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotes
Identifying risks and opportunities within tender documents
Supporting bid clarifications and negotiations

Essential skills and knowledge

Proven experience estimating within civil construction
Strong knowledge of infrastructure, earthworks, drainage and structural concrete works
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
Commercially astute with strong analytical skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

What we offer

Competitive salary package reflective of experience
Long-term career opportunity with a growing contractor
Exposure to complex, technically challenging infrastructure projects
Supportive and collaborative team environment

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Danny on 0413 984 094 or d.siedentopf@brunel.net

Closing: 04 April 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-280715

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Corporate recruiter

Danny Siedentopf

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.