* Enjoy work life balance on the beautiful Sunshine Coast
* Experienced and supportive team culture + onsite gym & social tennis
* Build a long term career with a leading Family-owned Civil Contractor
Due to sustained growth and a strong forward pipeline of work, Shadforth is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Pre-Contracts Team. Based on the Sunshine Coast, you'll play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive tenders for a wide range of civil infrastructure and subdivision projects across Queensland and Northern NSW.
This is a fulltime, permanent position within a high performing and supportive team that values collaboration, innovation, and work-life balance.
About the Role:
* Lead the pricing and preparation of detailed tenders for projects ranging from $500k to $20M
* Review and interpret tender documentation, drawings, scope of works and contracts
* Identify project risks, opportunities and value-engineering alternatives
* Work closely with our delivery teams to ensure constructability and accurate methodologies
* Engage and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors
* Mentor junior estimators and contribute to continuous improvement in our systems
We are looking for a confident and commercially aware civil professional who can take ownership of estimates and drive outcomes. You may come from an estimating background or be a Project Engineer or Project Manager looking to transition into pre-contracts work.
You'll ideally bring:
* Experience in civil estimating or project delivery, ideally including subdivisions, bulk earthworks, roadworks, or infrastructure
* A proven ability to read plans and scope documentation and price from first principles
* Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels
* Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software (e.g. Benchmark, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project or similar)
* A proactive mindset, with the ability to suggest alternative methods or cost saving opportunities
* Previous experience mentoring junior team members is a strong advantage
Why work with Shadforth?
* Continual Development| Access to people and leaders to support and guide you through your career
* Job Stability | Leading civil contractor with ongoing pipeline of works that are shaping cities and communities
* Celebrate Milestones| Monthly Birthday Raffle, Personal Goals, Team Achievements and Service Recognition
* ShadLife Programs| Regular programs offering Wellness and Awareness initiatives co-designed amongst the Shadforth Teams
* Diversity & Inclusion | committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace
* Salary Packaging Options| Maximise your income with Lease Options
About Us:
Shadforth are one of Queensland's largest family-owned civil construction companies originating on the Sunshine Coast over 50 years ago. We have a strong presence across Queensland and Northern New South Wales where we have developed an outstanding reputation working across many sectors including residential and commercial subdivisions and major civil infrastructure, including roads and bridges.
To Apply:
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