Senior Structures Estimator – Major Infrastructure Projects
Our client, a leading national contractor delivering high‑profile transport and civil infrastructure, is seeking a Senior Structures Estimator to join their growing pre‑contracts team in Melbourne. This role contributes directly to major bids across Australia by developing accurate cost models for complex structural works.
Responsibilities
* Analyse drawings, specifications, and construction methodologies to prepare detailed structural estimates.
* Build first‑principles pricing for labour, materials, plant and subcontract elements.
* Develop quantities, productivity rates, benchmarks and supporting cost data.
* Prepare and issue RFQs, assess subcontractor and supplier submissions.
* Collaborate with bid teams to align programme, methodology, staging and pricing.
* Identify risks, opportunities, value‑engineering options and commercial considerations.
* Provide guidance to junior estimators and contribute to estimating process improvements.
Requirements
* Background in civil or structural estimating, ideally 7–10+ years.
* Experience with major infrastructure projects such as bridges, retaining walls, water structures.
* Strong technical understanding of civil/structural methodologies.
* Proficiency in Australian estimating systems (CATS, Expert Estimation, Candy).
* Comfortable using digital take‑off tools (CostX, Bluebeam, Planswift).
* Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction, QS or equivalent.
* Strong analytical, commercial and problem‑solving capability.
Benefits
* Competitive salary package.
* National pipeline of landmark projects.
* Long‑term career development within a major contractor.
* Supportive workplace culture with strong technical capability.
* Additional wellbeing and paid leave benefits.
How To Apply
Please email your resume to. For further enquiries, call .
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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