Senior Estimator, Mechanical

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. Job Description Benefits • Discretionary Bonus scheme • Salary packaging and Novated leases • Life/Health insurance discounts • Employee stock purchase plans • Competitive paid parental leave • Paid reservist leave ACCIONA delivers infrastructure across Australia and New Zealand, including civil construction, transport, rail, road, water and tunnelling projects. Every project starts with an accurate, well-structured bid. Our Studies and Bids team builds the estimates that win this work, and works closely with project teams, subcontractors and clients from tender through to award. About the Opportunity You will report to the Estimating Manager and own the estimates and proposals for your assigned bids. Evaluate tender documents, learn the client’s requirements and gather subcontractor pricing. Coordinate input across the business and act as lead client contact. When a tender is won, hand it over to project management. You will also set the standards and systems the estimating group follows, help recruit estimators and review their performance. Work with the quality management group to set and monitor quality standards. Key accountabilities • Develop cost estimates and coordinate proposals for assigned estimating projects • Provide area specific forecasts and report projects status • Manage multiple bids and perform as liaison between estimating team • Revise estimates and implement required changes • Maintain client relations by being lead contact of proposal for client • Monitor and ensure bid format meet clients standards • Evaluate Customer Request for Tender/Bid/Quotation documents • Coordinate with subcontractors to receive input on pricing on labour, materials and other costs • Review, provide feedback and evaluate performance of Estimators and Senior Estimators • Manage multiple bids and act as lead client contact • Set estimating standards and quality controls with the quality group Required Skills and Competencies • Bachelor Degree in Engineering or a similar • Minimum 10 years estimating experience estimating on projects constructed using different Tunnelling methods & various use, Metro, Rail, Highways, Utility etc • Knowledge of planning and construction methodologies • Solid understanding of ground conditioning and TBM ground conditioning systems • Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access Ready to lead your own bids? Apply now with your current resume. ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.