Overview
PARC Engineering is seeking an experienced SeniorSMP Estimator to join our team at the Applecross Head Office. This full-time, Monday–Friday role involves leading the preparation of competitive bids across electrical tenders, applying industry-standard norms, first-principle estimating, and managing subcontractor and supplier pricing to support growth and project success.
If you're looking to advance your career in a company where you're valued, supported and empowered to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the preparation of estimates and submission of tenders, ensuring timely submission of documents to meet deadlines.
* Ensure costs for estimates include detailed direct costs (labour, material, subcontractor costs) plus preliminaries (Management, plant & equipment) and any indirect resources required.
* Compile Technical Clarifications and Basis of Estimate documents to support proposals.
* Compile, review and oversee the Tender Schedule and methodology for the SMP portion of works.
* Attend ad-hoc site visits and client meetings as required.
* Research and review construction and design documents and analyze specifications to determine estimated costs.
* Highlight significant physical or contractual conditions.
* Critically analyze bid documents and identify risks and opportunities; communicate these to management.
* Solicit sub-contractor bids and material supplier quotations and compare to self-perform estimates to determine acceptability.
* Recommend and incorporate cost-reduction options for more competitive bids.
* Identify and document all technical clarifications concisely to support the tender response.
* Organize the preparation of work method statements aligned with our proposal and client criteria.
* Complete forecast and tender cost reporting.
* Proactively identify and manage contract risks to meet organizational obligations and achieve planned contract outcomes.
* Maintain a complete Estimating/Tender notes log documenting all assumptions and notes to hand over to the PM if PARC wins the work.
Role Requirements
* Minimum 3–5 years' experience as an SMP Estimator, ideally within mining and construction
* Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management or trade background
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; MS Project highly desirable
* Demonstrated ability to prepare tender submissions and cost estimates, with basic schedules
* Understanding of contractual documents, specifications, and drawings
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners
* Ability to manage own workload in a high-pressure environment
* Objective judgment and decision-making skills
* High attention to detail
* Career progression and professional development opportunities
* Remuneration, reward and recognition programs
* Support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* The chance to join a growing company with a values-driven culture where you can make an impact
About PARC
PARC Engineering are specialists in Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, and Instrumentation projects. We provide technical services to the Australian energy and resources sector with experience in Minerals and Mining, Oil and Gas, Infrastructure, and Power Generation Industries.
Diversity and Inclusion
We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace that values safety, respect, and equal opportunity. We encourage suitably qualified women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply and join our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive.
How to Apply
If you have the relevant skills and experience for this position, we would love to hear from you. Click Apply to submit your application and our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss next steps. To be eligible, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia without restrictions. Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
FIFO and local opportunities are available. For more information about this role, please contact our recruitment team.
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