Quantity Surveyor / Senior Estimator
Job No:
DUR408
Location:
Wangara
ABOUT US
Duratec Australia is a multi-disciplined builder and maintenance contractor and regarded as one of Australia's fastest growing privately owned companies with over 12 branches across Australia servicing the mining, oil and gas, industrial and marine industries along with government assets and commercial infrastructure including heritage buildings. Our highly experienced Defence division is dedicated to the delivery of capital facilities infrastructure and estate works program projects across Australia nationally.
THE ROLE
Due to an exciting and rapid growth period, we now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate with either a Senior Estimator or Senior Quantity Surveying background to become a pivotal team member within our highly successful estimating team based in our head office in Wangara, within our busy Defence Division.
Reporting to the Lead Estimator and providing mentorship to a small team of estimators, you will be responsible for estimating tenders and quotes, ensuring they are accurate, submitted on time and within the conditions of the tender. In addition, you will also liaise with clients and stakeholders to gather all necessary information to ensure estimates are accurate. You will play a critical role in driving Duratec’s continued growth and success in the market.
Your key duties will include:
- Acting as the face of the business regularly when dealing with clients.
- Liaising with the team to ensure effective communication across all projects; and
- Provide ongoing support and mentorship to the estimating team
- Maintaining and producing accurate project records and reports;
- Conduct commercial, risk and profitability reviews
- Detailed tender handover with traceability and support into pre-contracts and delivery
- Providing accurate cost and drafting estimates;
- Collecting and following up on quotes from suppliers;
- Executing tender requests and submissions;
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
To be considered for this position you will have tertiary qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar with considerable experience in an estimating capacity, preparing lump sum tenders and cost plans within the construction industry.
Ideally you will have:
- Experience gained within a contractor environment similar to Duratec and/or exposure to defence projects, would be highly beneficial
- Experience with managing a small team of Estimators
- Previous experience working with commercial construction companies within Australia on projects between $5 - $25 million in value, with a minimum of 8 years commercial construction experience
- Bid Management experience with the ability to prepare tenders for market including full compliance of tender documentation with client requirements
- Exceptional negotiation skills, strong interpersonal skills, confidence, and professionalism
- A strong, financial and commercial acumen is also a must, and will assist you in the accurate preparation of cost plans, as well as in identifying new project opportunities and ensuring a high success rate of team bids
- Advanced computer literacy including Microsoft Office
- Ability to collaborate as part of a high-performing team
- Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy of work
- Possess a strong work ethic, good organisational skills and have the ability to meet strict deadlines within a fast-paced working environment
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced and dedicated professional to make their mark whilst working for a positive and cohesive organisation with a strong reputation. If you are looking for a challenging position with genuine development and progression opportunities then we want to hear from you.
An attractive remuneration package is on offer, negotiable with skills and experience.
Our fast paced and supportive working environment will provide you with a wide range of additional employee benefits including employee recognition programs and mentoring by industry leaders.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in this position and think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to hear from you! Apply Now.
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