An exciting opportunity has presented itself for a Senior Estimator to join the Downer team located Southeast QLD.
The opportunity
Downer is seeking Senior Estimators (Civil, Mechanical and Electrical) to support our Water business in Southeast Queensland. This pivotal role ensures safe, sustainable, and high-quality delivery across our long-term infrastructure programs. As a Senior Estimator for SEQ Programs, you will take the lead in estimating across multiple water infrastructure projects, collaborating closely with Program Directors and clients.
Our Long-Term Contracts Include:
* City of Gold Coast - 7 years remaining
* Logan City Council - 5 years remaining
* Urban Utilities - 10 years remaining (Brisbane, Scenic Rim, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley & Somerset)
* Unitywater - 10 years remaining (Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast & Noosa)
What you'll do
* Lead multidiscipline estimates and supervise other estimators to ensure outputs as required for the project
* Prepare detailed cost estimates for water and wastewater projects including civil, structural, mechanical and electrical elements
* Develop and review subcontractor RFT packages
* Review and analyse project risk, opportunity and contingency allowances
* Present cost estimates to management at varying levels of design certainty
* Prepare first principles estimates and present cost estimates to management at varying levels of design certainty
* Develop relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
What we offer
* Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
* Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model
* A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue
* Retail discounts with major retailers, Dell, Good Guys, Samsung, Specsavers & ANZ
* We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor environments
What we're looking for
* Relevant tertiary qualifications
* Familiarity with engineering disciplines and experience with a variety of forms of contract including partnering and alliancing
* Well-developed organisational skills - including written and oral communication
* Commercial skills and understanding of financial administration and project costing
* The ability to work well within a team as well as on sole-charge work
About Energy & Utilities
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
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