Civil Estimator

WHO WE ARE

Saunders is an Australian integrated infrastructure services business. We engineer, build and maintain critical infrastructure across Defence & Government, Water, Energy, and Resources & Industrials.

We partner with leading organisations to deliver high-compliance projects and long-term asset support in operationally sensitive environments.

 

THE ROLE

Saunders International is seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to join our Newcastle team and help secure civil water and structures infrastructure projects across NSW. This is an opportunity to contribute to a growing tender pipeline while working with experienced tendering teams in both Newcastle and Victoria.

This is a full-time position based in our Newcastle office. You will prepare accurate, competitive and commercially sound estimates from first principles. You will assess project scope, construction methodology, quantities, resources, market pricing, contractual requirements and tender risks, and support the development of high-quality submissions within required timeframes.

As a Civil Estimator, you will:

• Prepare detailed first-principles estimates for civil water and structures projects, including pump stations and treatment plants

• Develop work breakdown structures, requests for quotation, procurement plans and tender pricing

• Review drawings, specifications, scopes, addenda, contracts and bills of quantities

• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations, including benchmarking and gap analysis

• Identify scope gaps, estimating risks, latent conditions and contractual exposures before submission

• Support commercial reviews, tender negotiations and compliant submissions

• Manage multiple tenders and provide clear handovers to project delivery teams

 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field

• Five or more years’ experience in a tendering or estimating role within civil water infrastructure

• Strong understanding of civil construction methodologies and engineering drawings

• Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate estimates and manage competing tender deadlines

• Strong commercial awareness, attention to detail and stakeholder communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Experience using Pronamics or similar estimating software is desirable

 

THE BENEFITS

• A competitive remuneration and rewards package.
• Cost-of-living discounts.
• Additional paid leave days.
• Paid parental leave.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• A supportive workplace culture.
• Years of Service recognition and rewards.

Our ‘One Team’ culture is built on collaboration, trust and shared accountability, creating an environment where people at every stage of their career can contribute and make a meaningful impact.

 

HOW TO APPLY
Click the Apply button and upload a copy of your resume. The successful applicant must have full working rights in Australia, provide contactable references, complete a criminal history check, and undergo a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.

We appreciate the time and effort involved in every application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. Candidates selected for interview will generally be contacted within two weeks of the job advertisement closing date.

Saunders embraces the values of an innovative and diverse workforce and recognises that inclusion sets us all up for success. We encourage applications from people of all ages, individuals with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, ADF veterans, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and other culturally diverse backgrounds.  We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure a positive, barrier-free recruitment experience and supportive workplace. All suitably qualified or experienced applicants will be considered.