Senior Estimating Lead

Senior Estimating Lead
A rare opportunity to lead the estimating and tender function for a highly successful construction business working in underground mines across tier one clients nationally.
AWCON is a leading Australian Civil Construction business in the mining and heavy industries sector. We specialise in delivering large scale construction projects, ranging from $1m - $100m in value. With existing long-term tier one contracts, we are actively searching for a Senior Estimating Lead to join our team.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead all estimating and tender activities for the business, ensuring that our bid proposals are accurate and competitive. Supported by your team of estimators, you will be responsible for developing the business's opportunity pipeline. Specific duties include:

Build up tender prices from first principles based on scope of works, plans, specifications, and program.
Engage with clients to discuss project briefs and develop project scopes.
Prepare and negotiate tender submissions.
Oversee and manage tender responses, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and compliance with project requirements.
Utilize your extensive Civil estimating background to contribute directly to major projects and complex tenders.
Coach, mentor and train staff within the department.

ABOUT YOU
To be successful, you will possess the following:

Experience tendering on projects valued at $10 million and upwards
First principle estimating experience and understanding.
Ability to estimate across all construction sectors would be advantageous
Organised and detailed with a high level of accuracy
Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
Strong verbal and written communication skills

In return, we can provide the following:

A very competitive remuneration package.
A senior position in the business where you will have autonomy and ownership of the function.
A great working environment in a new office based in Orange.


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