Overview
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About BMD: BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD works on diverse infrastructure projects and provides opportunities to grow within an inclusive, people-first culture.
About the Role
Due to significant growth opportunities in the division, BMD Urban are in the market for an experienced Civil Estimator to prepare tenders for a range of diverse civil infrastructure projects in North and Central Queensland. This role is based in our Townsville office with relocation assistance and temporary accommodation provided.
Responsibilities
- Review, analyse and apply project plans, specifications, and scopes of work to develop accurate civil estimates for a wide range of Civil and Structural projects.
- Prepare and send out supplier and subcontract packages and negotiate to select the most competitive suppliers and subcontractors in conformance with project requirements.
- Collaborate with the tender and construction team to develop construction methodology, program, and to identify project risks and opportunities.
- Prepare comprehensive tender submission documents with clear writing.
- Apply first principles estimating techniques and maintain program skills.
- Monitor and seek feedback on project costs during bidding and construction phases, providing value engineering where appropriate.
Estimating Projects
- Land development - Residential and Industrial Sub-divisions
- Road infrastructure for DTMR, Local Councils across North and Central Qld, QR and Mining
- Department of Defence Projects
- Major Water / Sewer upgrade projects
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or trade qualifications
- 5+ years’ experience in the Civil Construction industry and field experience (desirable)
- Proficiency in estimating software and MS Excel; Project planning and MS Project
- Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate first principles estimates and submission documents within strict deadlines
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and writing skills; strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
Why Join BMD
We believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally. Benefits include:
- Career development through specialised learning and development programs
- Recognition through annual awards and the Thrive reward and recognition platform
- Mental health support and discounted gym access
- Paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements
- Novated leasing, Power Perks and retailer discounts
Equal Opportunity
We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer with a versatile and inclusive workplace.
No agency submissions will be accepted.
Other
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Management and Manufacturing
- Industries: Construction
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📌 Civil Estimator
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