Position: Civil Estimator - Civil Infrastructure Projects

Location: Brisbane City

We are calling all up-and-coming Civil Estimators! We have an exhilarating opportunity for you to join a leading engineering consulting and advisory firm in the heart of Brisbane City. Get ready to dive into diverse and demanding civil projects shaping Australia's infrastructure. With full support and guidance in cost estimating, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and expertise while making a real impact.

When you join our company, you'll gain access to an extensive range of expertise and exposure to major civil infrastructure projects and resources. Work alongside passionate professionals dedicated to their craft, and rest assured that your contribution will be highly valued. Be part of projects that challenge and inspire you, from Bridges and highways to dams and energy to rail. The possibilities are exciting.

But it doesn't stop there. Our work environment is supportive and collaborative, prioritizing your professional growth and development. We'll equip you with industry-leading technology and software to streamline your estimating processes and deliver accurate results. If you're an estimator passionate about civil infrastructure and major projects, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Don't miss the chance to shape Australia's infrastructure and take your skills to the next level.

Your Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in 1st principles estimating
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience with Expert Estimation will be highly regarded
• Qualified civil engineer
• Min 2-4 years of experience in a contractor or consulting environment
• Civil infrastructure estimating experience.

As a Civil Estimator, your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing project documentation and conducting site visits to gather all necessary information for accurate cost estimation - Preparing detailed cost estimates, including labor, materials, and subcontractor costs, for civil engineering projects
• Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and other team members to ensure accurate and comprehensive estimates
• Analyzing and evaluating project risks and developing contingency plans
• Assisting with bid proposals, including preparing cost breakdowns and supporting documentation
• Maintaining a database of cost estimates and regularly updating it with new information and pricing
• Continuously improving estimating processes and utilizing industry best practices
• Monitoring and tracking actual project costs against estimated costs and identifying areas of improvement

Benefits of working with us:

• Work in the CBD - Monday to Friday with the option to work from home 1 day a week
• Gain experience working on various projects nationwide
• Join a tight-knit team focused on advancing its capabilities across Australia and be involved with major high-profile projects
• Access different market sectors to enhance your skills

To discuss your next career move confidentially or to find out more information about these new positions and their expectations, then email your CV to ryan@empowermanagement.com.au

Senior Project Manager | Civil Engineering

• $230-250K base + super + vehicle
• Roads & Bridges infrastructure
• Must have 5+ years of previous QLD main road experience.
• Major projects experience $80-130M+ in size.
• 2.5 years project duration – commences October 2023

Company & Role:

Our client is a major transport civil contractor operating across the QLD & NSW region. This is an exciting time for the business as it looks to further strengthen its operations and is seeking an experienced Civil Project Manager to join an experienced team focused on developing its infrastructure business. This current project is valued at $125m and requires an experienced Project Manager with 15-20+ years of experience.

Taking ownership of this major project from the start. You will be reporting to the Construction Director and will be responsible for managing and controlling all aspects of the project, including H&S, Commercial and contractual Aspects, overall programming of the works, staffing and building of the team, and management of the delivery team to meet project objectives. The ability to ensure program delivery within the required period and budget is essential.

So what is in it for you? A competitive salary, focus on larger infrastructure projects, and the business has top performers at all levels, so you will be working with some of the industry's best people. As a business, they are unashamedly driven and focused on raising the standards in the industry...so we are looking for a similarly ambitious and talented Senior Project Manager.

Demonstrated Experience Required?

Financial Management:

Understand the critical financial expectations that the project needs to deliver in revenue, profit and effective cost control. Implement disciplines and capability at all levels to ensure that these are met. Company reporting systems and financial tools need to be utilized at the project level for financial reporting protocol and timelines. Projects are monitored and reviewed with actions taken to ensure project targets are optimized.

Leadership/People Management:

Leads the project team to achieve all project outcomes

Hires develops and retains people to produce high-quality project outcomes; continuously reviews the performance of employees against performance criteria, provides feedback on performance and sets goals to meet project outcomes.

Contractual Management:

Manages, documents and communicates the obligations and rights under the Head contract while ensuring the processes are implemented to identify, control, mitigate and report significant risks and opportunities. Manage, develop, negotiate and control subcontractor and supply agreements.

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Management:

Leads the project to achieve exemplary safety outcomes and ensures project HSEQ objectives are set, shared are adhered to create an exemplary safety culture.

TO BE CONSIDERED:

• Min bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• RPEQ status would be an advantage but not essential.
• Min 5+ years project delivery experience with a civil contractor on previous DTMR projects
• An excellent communicator, comfortable with the management of site teams, Project Engineers, and sub-contractors
• Min 10+ years of engineering construction experience
• Demonstrated road project experience from $80-130M+
• Ensure program delivery within the required timeframe and budget
• Provide and ensure system documentation approvals
• Ensure & manage procurement schedule and documentation
• Provide advice on constructability during planning and construction works
• Ensure that design reviews are delivered in a timeous & cost-efficient manner
• Experience in DTMR projects experience is required

The benefits:

• First-class work-life balance/ quality of life!
• Join a tight-knit team focused on advancing its capabilities across SE QLD
• Supportive team culture, exciting projects and excellent remuneration for the right candidate. More importantly, this must be viewed as a career move rather than a stop-gap. Our client has a long history of looking after their people and nurturing their careers.
• Attractive package with a performance bonus structure

Interested to talk further?

To discuss your next career move confidentially or to find out more information about this new position and its expectations, contact ryan@empowermanagement.com.au 

• $105-115K base + super
• Develop your skills & experience on key TMR road & bridge projects.
• Amazing project culture and support
• Bridge Construction
• Gold Coast region

In the world of civil engineering, one company stands out as a leader in major transport projects in Queensland. With over 60 years of experience, this leading civil contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. And now, they are looking for a talented Structures Site Engineer to join their team and help them continue their success.

As a Site Engineer, you will work with the project delivery team in the Gold Coast and report to the Structures Project Engineer. You will coordinate and manage various technical aspects such as planning, resourcing, survey, procurement, and quality control for an assigned area.

Key project accountabilities:

• Provide daily support and technical input to achieve contract obligations and tender specifications
• Ensure compliance with the project's environmental requirements.
• Plan the works to comply with the project's local community requirements and restrictions.
• Assist in maintaining the project's schedule/program
• Aid in the planned use of materials, resources, and systems
• Undertake, monitor, and report project tasks to deliver profit and effective cost control.

Ideally, you should have relevant tertiary qualifications and 3+ years of experience in a construction or engineering environment. Knowledge of structural concrete or bridge works is required, and you must have worked on QLD’s main road specifications. The team values confident communicators who can administer contracts, collaborate with diverse teams, and deliver high-quality project sections/tasks on time, on budget, safely, and to high standards. We also value strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a solid understanding of construction methodologies and processes.

Additional selection criteria:

• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• A commitment to safety and the ability to promote a safe working environment.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach to work, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This exciting opportunity offers a fulfilling career in civil engineering and promises an exceptional work-life balance and quality of life. With all works being local to the Brisbane and Gold Coast regions, you can say goodbye to long commutes and enjoy more time with your loved ones. One of the standout features of this company is its superb supportive culture. You will have the chance to work alongside an experienced team, learning from their expertise and developing your skills. Their commitment to providing a learning environment ensures you have every opportunity to grow and advance in your career.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values its employees and offers exciting projects, don't hesitate to apply today at jobs@empowermanagement.com.au