Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure

D&B ·www.designandbuild.com.au

Location SA - Adelaide, SA, Australia
Work type Hybrid
Salary AUD 120,000 - 200,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Engineering
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Design & Build are currently working with a national and established civil contractor to identify an Estimator & Senior Estimator to work on large-scale road, water, drainage and subdivision works across Adelaide. This role is well suited to a Project Engineer that in interested in gaining pre-contracts experience before they become a Project Manager.
  • Deliver accurate first‑principles bids on infrastructure projects up to ~$20 million
  • Help drive commercial decisions to sustainably win and deliver major contracts
What’s on offer:
  • Exposure to a robust pipeline of civil infrastructure projects
  • Flexible working options: hybrid arrangements supported in many cases
  • Being part of an inclusive, learning-first environment with scope to shape your team’s future
  • Mental health support and wellbeing programs
  • Company perks including novated leasing and retail discounts
What we’re looking for:

You’re an estimator with:
  • 5+ years within civil construction and infrastructure-style estimating – water, sewer, roads, earthworks, subdivisions
  • Demonstrated first‑principles pricing capability (bottom‑up vs. cost/m² roll‑ups)
  • Experience structuring and reviewing subcontractor packages for maximum tender competitiveness
  • Excellent local market knowledge (labour, plant availability, trade margins, risk allowances in South Australia)
  • Proficiency in Expert Estimator (mandatory) and/or CATS or equivalent estimating tools designandbuild.com.au
  • Experience mentoring others and elevating estimating standards
  • Ability to engage & converse with client directly
To learn more about this position please get in touch with Alex Cooper at acooper@designandbuild.com.au or click apply.

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Who is hiring for the Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure role?
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Where is the Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure job located?
The Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure role with D&B is based in SA - Adelaide, SA, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure role remote?
Yes — the Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure position at D&B is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure role pay?
D&B lists the Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure role at AUD 120,000–200,000 per year.
Is the Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at D&B.
What experience level is the Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure role?
The Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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