Estimator
Hawkins
Hawkins is New Zealand's leading commercial construction company, known for our innovation, expertise, and ability to deliver exceptional projects. We take pride in partnering with our clients and construction teams to achieve outstanding results.
From schools and healthcare facilities to heritage restorations and civic buildings, Hawkins leads the delivery of New Zealand's most iconic and complex projects across all sectors. We're not just shaping the country's future - we're shaping rewarding careers for our people too.
About The Role
Thanks to the continued growth of the Wellington region and a great demand for construction projects, we have an opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join our fast-growing Wellington business. This is a perfect role for an accomplished Estimator to provide value right from the get-go.
The key areas of focus in this role will be your employment in ECI projects. You will be in contact with clients and all other parties involved in the process. You will also work to effectively and timely deliver cost estimates for the acquisition of new construction projects; building key customer relationships and supporting business development; and developing relationships with key subcontractors and suppliers to support the negotiation of preferred rates within the tender process.
What We're Looking For
To be considered for this role you'll need to have a minimum of 10 years experience working as an Estimator on commercial construction projects. You'll need to know the New Zealand construction market and be comfortable in a team environment. Experience working for the main contractor is preferable but not a prerequisite.
You'll Also Need
- A relevant degree or diploma (e.g. Quantity Surveying or an Engineering related discipline)
- Solid knowledge of construction methodology, including the ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
- Sound experience in measurement and rating of direct trades, specifically concrete and carpentry
- The ability to analyse different quotes from subcontractors and suppliers and assess subcontractor tags
- An awareness of price trends and appreciation of data confidentiality
- Sound working knowledge of New Zealand contract law advantageous
- Excellent computer skills. Experience with CostX would be an advantage
- Cost planning experience
Naturally, you'll also be someone who can seek and take advice, likes a challenge, is a strong problem-solver and is detail-oriented. You'll be a strong communicator who can handle the tender process and is able to work under pressure.
Why Hawkins
Hawkins is seen as an industry leader in the delivery of construction projects. Being part of a team that successfully delivers complex and challenging projects will give you the chance to further build your career. You can also expect generous employee benefits, training and development pathways, and a culture of innovation and collaboration.
We invite you to be part of the Hawkins team - focused on working alongside our customers to build better communities.
The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test and medical.
For further information about Hawkins, please follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HawkinsNZ, www.linkedin.com/company/hawkins-group or view our website www.hawkins.co.nz
Hawkins is New Zealand's leading commercial construction company, known for our innovation, expertise, and ability to deliver exceptional projects. We take pride in partnering with our clients and construction teams to achieve outstanding results.
From schools and healthcare facilities to heritage restorations and civic buildings, Hawkins leads the delivery of New Zealand's most iconic and complex projects across all sectors. We're not just shaping the country's future - we're shaping rewarding careers for our people too.
You'll Also Need
- A relevant degree or diploma (e.g. Quantity Surveying or an Engineering related discipline)
- Solid knowledge of construction methodology, including the ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
- Sound experience in measurement and rating of direct trades, specifically concrete and carpentry
- The ability to analyse different quotes from subcontractors and suppliers and assess subcontractor tags
- An awareness of price trends and appreciation of data confidentiality
- Sound working knowledge of New Zealand contract law advantageous
- Excellent computer skills. Experience with CostX would be an advantage
- Cost planning experience
Naturally, you'll also be someone who can seek and take advice, likes a challenge, is a strong problem-solver and is detail-oriented. You'll be a strong communicator who can handle the tender process and is able to work under pressure.
Why Hawkins
Hawkins is seen as an industry leader in the delivery of construction projects. Being part of a team that successfully delivers complex and challenging projects will give you the chance to further build your career. You can also expect generous employee benefits, training and development pathways, and a culture of innovation and collaboration.
We invite you to be part of the Hawkins team - focused on working alongside our customers to build better communities.
The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test and medical.
For further information about Hawkins, please follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HawkinsNZ, www.linkedin.com/company/hawkins-group or view our website www.hawkins.co.nz