Senior Estimator

Who We Are and What we Stand For

Vaughan Infrastructure are one of the industry’s leading Civil Utility Infrastructure Specialists across the eastern coast with a presence in NSW and QLD. We put our steady growth and trusted reputation with our clients down to our people! Our staff, both site and office, are instrumental to our continued growth and achievements.

The Role

Due to recent expansion and an increase in tendering opportunities, we are currently seeking a full time experienced Senior Estimator or Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Bondi Junction. Must have Senior Estimating experience in Utilities and Civil infrastructure.

Key Duties

• Review of contract documents including scope of works, specifications etc. at tender stage.
• Develop lump sum pricing / bill of quantities on a range of civil, utility and infrastructure projects using first principle estimates and open market quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Risk management and safe construction techniques when developing construction methodologies and programs with construction team.
• Manage multiple tenders at any one time.
• Produce tenders from $1 million to $50 million.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing and negotiate subcontract terms and conditions.
• Estimate and monitor the projects through the construction phase to handover.
• Assisting the Construction and Commercial Teams to identify and prepare variations and EOT’s in accordance with the head contract.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Engineering.
• Proven track record with more than 5 years’ experience in Australia.
• Experience working on projects for and working with Government Agencies and Clients.
• Strong Organisational and Time-Management Skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Ability to work in isolation to meet deadlines.
• Excellent MS Excel skills with ability to construct MS Excel spreadsheets to suit relevant tenders.

What’s On Offer

• The opportunity to work on major civil and utilities infrastructure projects that make a real impact
• A competitive salary package with salary packaging and novated leasing options
• Clear pathways for career progression and professional development
• A down-to-earth team culture that values collaboration and initiative

Plus, a range of great benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discounts and referral program
• Regular social events and wellbeing initiatives, and much more

Apply today!

We encourage applications from Australian Defence Force veterans and reservists and value the transferable skills gained through military service, including leadership, teamwork, and problem solving.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.