Senior Estimator | Utilities

Are you ready to take your estimating expertise to the next level? We’re seeking a Senior Estimator based in Melbourne to deliver accurate, independent cost estimates for major utilities projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact projects and provide strategic input that shapes essential services.
Key Responsibilities:
Build first-principles pricing for utilities and water sector projects, including facilities, civils, and pipework.
Quantify from design information and collaborate with engineers to ensure precision.
Validate quantities and pricing from suppliers and contractors.
Source and review quotations, negotiating competitive pricing.
Assess and price risk during early project stages.
Structure estimates, bills of quantities, and bills of materials.
Prepare clear, detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders.
Deliver integrated estimating services, offering strategic and technical advice throughout the project lifecycle.
We’re looking for a highly skilled professional who combines technical expertise with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Essential Skills & Experience:
10+ years of industry experience, ideally in water utilities and related sectors.
Strong water/electrical estimating knowledge.
Proven ability to estimate from first principles for water and wastewater projects.
Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering, or similar.
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; Power BI and CSS Candy/Quantum experience advantageous.
Excellent analytical and communication skills, confident in presenting to stakeholders.
Consultancy experience and contractor-side knowledge.
Mechanical estimating experience is a bonus.
A collaborative team player with leadership potential and strong relationship-building skills.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No