Estimator
“Estimate Today. Build Tomorrow.”
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Estimator to join our growing team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Estimating & Tendering
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, tenders, letters of offer and bid submissions for civil, electrical services, power, maintenance and renewable energy projects.
• Manage the estimating of Requests for Tender (RFTs) from the market, including quantity take-offs and procuring prices to produce new tenders.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and contract documents to define scope and identify inclusions and exclusions.
• Conduct desktop site assessments to inform accurate pricing.
• Source quotations and liaise with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare letters of offer for review and sign-off by Company Directors and attend pricing reviews for tenders and quotes.
• Identify risks early and plan projects accordingly.
Business Development & Market
• Assist to maintain Client’s profile on Tenderlink and other platforms that allow the company to participate in, or be invited to, tenders.
Project Handover & Collaboration
• Hand over successful projects to the delivery teams — from initial meetings through to ongoing support for questions regarding the estimate.
• Continually liaise with project teams to gauge activity levels and match resources to potential projects.
• Attend weekly and monthly meetings with project teams and meetings with the Head Estimator to track progress, costs and business activity.
• Develop and maintain pricing databases, rate schedules and estimating templates.
Quality, Compliance & Records
• Keep organised, easily retrievable records of all quotes and estimates.
• Monitor industry trends, material costs and labour rates to keep pricing current and competitive.
• Maintain compliance with Client’s ISO-certified Quality (9001), Environmental (14001) and OH&S (45001) management systems, and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes.
ABOUT YOU
Essential
• Minimum 3–5 years’ estimating experience within Power, Electrical Services or utilities industries.
• Strong understanding of civil and/or electrical works, including underground and overhead utilities or power systems.
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and contract documents.
• Sound knowledge of estimating and quantity surveying.
• Excellent analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously to the deadline.
• Proficiency in estimating software and the MS Office Suite (Excel in particular).
• Strong written and verbal communication, including a good phone manner and confidence presenting and speaking publicly.
• Diploma or Certificate in a construction-related discipline (or equivalent) Desirable
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline (or equivalent trade background).
• Experience estimating renewable energy or solar farm projects.
• Understanding of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 management systems.
Due to the volume of applications, we regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Candidates will only be contacted by authorised Flat Planet recruiters via the firm’s business contact number or business email address.
