Can you build it on paper before we build it on the ground?

The Position:​

We are currently looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team on a Permanent, Full-Time basis, based in our Margaret River office.

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Reporting to the Pre-Contracts Manager, this role plays a key part in preparing winning bids and securing future design and construction projects, minor works, and maintenance opportunities.

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You won’t just be pricing projects - you’ll be influencing design and strategy, broadening professional relationships, and meaningfully contributing to exciting new community projects.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Interpreting technical drawings, reports, guidelines, and specifications;

• Preparing accurate quantity take-offs using Mudshark and Excel;

• Preparing detailed and competitive cost estimates and budgets in line with company targets;

• Assisting with tender submissions and building compelling bid strategy;

• Collaborating with design teams, clients, and construction teams to ensure scope alignment;

• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to source quality products and services at competitive rates;

• Collating and analysing data to identify and review productivity and material utilisation metrics;

• Scheduling and managing multiple cost estimates concurrently to meet strict deadlines and priorities;

• Upon winning a new contract, assisting in preparing a detailed handover to the Operations Team.

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Our perfect candidate will have the following:

• 3-5 years’ experience in an estimating role;

• Experience in the trails industry is preferred, but civil, landscape, or commercial construction is also highly regarded;

• A relevant tertiary qualification is desirable but not essential;

• Strong understanding of construction techniques and market conditions;

• Highly commercial and numerate, with the ability to identify potential efficiencies and value-management opportunities;

• High-level written and verbal communication, with the ability to communicate effectively with team members, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors;

• Strong analytical aptitude, including experience developing data dashboards and analytics;

• Proficiency with estimating software such as Mudshark, Excel and Bluebeam;

• Experience with Adobe InDesign is highly regarded;

• Experience working within a small to medium-sized business is preferred.

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Apply through Seek.

 

If you have any questions, contact Katie at dreamjob@trails.com.au or on 0499 464 564

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