Senior Project Estimator

About Zoom Recruitment

Zoom Recruitment is a respected national agency specialising in Permanent & Temporary Recruitment Services from entry-level to senior executive roles.
We partner with a diverse portfolio of businesses, offering tailored solutions to attract and secure top talent for our clients, across industries such as Construction, Energy & Infrastructure, Transport, Warehousing & Logistics, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Trades & Services.

We’re recruiting on behalf of a publicly listed energy infrastructure company seeking a skilled Project Estimator to join their Capital Delivery team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure projects, improve estimation accuracy, and influence business outcomes.

About the Role

As Project Estimator, your key focus will be developing accurate, detailed cost estimates across a range of capital projects. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and internal stakeholders to strengthen project planning, cost confidence, and delivery success.
This role can be based from Brisbane, Melbourne or Adelaide and requires some travel to project sites, so prior site exposure is essential. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates based on project scope, supplier input, and site assessments.
• Collaborate with internal teams to refine estimates and manage risks.
• Use and improve existing estimation tools, templates, and processes.
• Factor in compliance, safety, and market conditions to ensure accurate pricing.
• Support continuous improvement with post-project analysis.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years’ experience in project estimation – utilities or infrastructure experience highly regarded.
• Previous site exposure and ability to travel to project locations as needed.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Proficiency in Excel and other estimation tools.
• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar (preferred).

What’s on Offer

• Join a leading, high-profile energy infrastructure business.
• Hybrid working model for work-life balance.
• Collaborative, forward-thinking team culture.
• Attractive salary + performance bonuses.
• Scope for career advancement. 

Apply now!! 

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, or to find out more, call Danielle Coulton  on 0484 238 895.

• High-impact role with a leading energy infrastructure company
• Hybrid working + excellent salary package with performance bonuses
• Site exposure essential – contribute to major capital projects from the ground u