Estimator

Join Downer as an Estimator and play a key role in delivering high-quality, competitive tenders across the Southern region.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Discounts for Samsung, Repco, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader's programme for top performers

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly capable and detail driven Estimator to join our team. This role offers location flexibility and may be based in any of our depots across the Southern region, including the lower North Island and South Island.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, competitive, and high-quality tender submissions while supporting project teams across the full lifecycle of delivery.

This is a pivotal position within the business, requiring a strong balance of technical understanding, commercial acumen, and stakeholder engagement. You will contribute to identifying new opportunities, developing pricing strategies, and ensuring all estimates align with both client expectations and company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and assess local market opportunities to support regional growth
• Monitor forward workload and resource capacity to inform tender decisions
• Apply consistent estimating methodologies and reporting standards across all tenders
• Conduct site visits to assess project conditions, methodology, and resource requirements
• Ensure all tender submissions are completed, compliant, and submitted within deadlines
• Maintain comprehensive tender documentation and records
• Ensure Health, Safety, Quality, and environmental considerations are embedded in all submissions

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

If you are commercially minded Estimator who enjoys turning complex project requirements into accurate high quality submissions, and you bring the following skills and experience, we'd love to hear from you

You'll also bring:

• Proven experience as an Estimator within construction, infrastructure, or related sector
• Strong understanding of tendering processes, pricing strategies, and commercial frameworks
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documentation
• High level accuracy and attention to detail in cost estimation
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to manager multiple deadlines and perform well under pressure

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 733485

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.