Estimator

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Introduction:
About Us

Civilmart is an Australian owned national manufacturer of civil concrete products supplying to sectors such as residential development, local governments, water authorities, civil infrastructure, irrigation, the plumbing, and drainage market. We are renowned for being one of the largest producers of precast concrete in Australia! With our operations now expanding across QLD, NSW, VIC, and SA across 24 different sites!

Description:
About the Role:
This role is based in Pakenham, VIC and responsible for delivering accurate and timely quotations aligned with company design principles, identifying value-adding solutions, and ensuring smooth handover of information across internal stakeholders before and after project awards. You will play a key role in supporting commercial outcomes by preparing reliable cost estimates, interpreting civil drawings, and contributing to the continuous improvement of estimating and delivery processes. We are seeking an Entry-Level Estimator to join our team. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their career in estimating and gain hands-on experience within a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret civil plans, technical drawings, and specifications to prepare accurate costings and quotations
• Convert engineering and design information into internal systems to support pricing, shop drawings, and production requirements
• Prepare detailed estimates in line with manufacturing processes and company methodologies
• Complete tenders in accordance with the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process
• Identify and propose value-adding alternatives aligned with project and business objectives
• Collaborate with the Estimating and Bid Manager (VIC), Business Development team, and Project Coordinators to support bid development and delivery
• Provide accurate estimating input to support sales targets, forecasting, and pipeline visibility
• Ensure effective handover of awarded projects, maintaining clear and complete communication with Project Coordinators
• Liaise with clients professionally when required to clarify scope or provide information
• Gather and review feedback where estimating assumptions differ from actual outcomes to support continuous improvement
• Support internal stakeholders with insights to improve win rates and commercial outcomes
• Actively contribute to a culture aligned with Infrastructure Products Australia’s Core Values
• Engage in ongoing professional development to build technical and commercial capability

About You

You are analytical, commercially aware, and confident working with technical drawings and data. You thrive in a collaborative environment and can balance accuracy with efficiency under time-sensitive tender deadlines.

You will ideally bring:

• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings and plans
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Capability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Entry-level estimating experience or a strong interest in developing a career as an Estimator
• Strong technical knowledge of civil construction, plastics, or concrete products.
• Ability to interpret project plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial acumen with a focus on profitability and competitiveness.

Why Civilmart?

• Be part of a national business delivering critical infrastructure solutions.
• Work in a collaborative, safety-first, and high-performance environment.
• Opportunity to shape processes, drive efficiencies, and influence commercial outcomes.

If you are a highly motivated, detail-oriented estimator looking for a national impact, we want to hear from you!