Estimator

The Company  
Our client is a standout leader in the commercial and civil landscaping industry, offering a complete range of construction services to clients across Australia.

The Position
Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Estimator to join the team starting immediately. This role will manage estimating and reporting expectations across the business.

• Preparation of detailed and accurate estimates for commercial
  landscape and civil projects, ensuring they align with project
  requirements and budgets.
• Conduct thorough quantity take-offs from tender documents to
  develop Bills of Quantities using Excel and Cubit, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Prepare and manage trade packages, including soliciting,
  comparing, and analysing quotes from subcontractors and suppliers
  to identify the most cost-effective solutions.
• Develop tender schedules tailored to each project’s specifications,
  including site management plans, traffic management plans, and
  construction methodologies, in collaboration with Project Teams.
• Provide strategic input during the bid submission process to improve
  tender success rates
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with
  contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth
  project execution.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure tenders are prepared
  and submitted accurately and on time.
• Provide support in project administration tasks, such as obtaining
  supplier quotes, organising documentation, and liaising with
  stakeholders to resolve queries.Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and industry events to continuously build knowledge and professional networks.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of internal processes
  to improve efficiency and tender success rates

The Candidate 
Key capabilities include:

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with
  contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth
  project execution.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure tenders are prepared
  and submitted accurately and on time.
• Provide support in project administration tasks, such as obtaining
  supplier quotes, organising documentation, and liaising with
  stakeholders to resolve queries
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and industry events
  to continuously build knowledge and professional networks.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of internal processes
  to improve efficiency and tender success rates.

Requirements: 

• Extensive experience interpreting drawings and technical details for
  commercial landscape and civil projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a particular emphasis
  on Excel for preparing complex tender documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
  prepare compelling presentations and reports.
• High-level competency in CAD (AutoCAD), Adobe Suite, and 3D
  software such as SketchUp.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify cost-saving
  opportunities and innovative approaches.
• Familiarity with construction industry standards, codes, and
  regulations.

The ideal candidate should have experience with the following programs:

• Cubit
• Expert Estimation
• Microsoft Project
• Bluebeam or Adobe PDF
• AutoCAD or 12D Model (Desirable)

If you would like to look at our other unlisted roles, you can find them at: https://gatewaysynergy.com.au/careers/ 
 
You must submit a CV on application prior to a phone call with Wiliana on 0482 074 845

 
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