Senior Estimator

Fulton Hogan Ltd
NZ - Auckland - Auckland
April 24, 2024

Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable, making it happen. We don't just stand still but open the opportunity to do more and do better for yourself and your community.
As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street. That's why we sign a contract that makes promises to you, not just the other way around.
The Opportunity
Joining us as an experienced Senior Estimator , within the Tendering team located in the Auckland Region - Penrose.
You will be responsible for producing consistent, accurate cost estimates for projects, coordinating the tender process, including effective and timely delivery of cost estimates as part of the bid management process.
This also includes preparation for the schedule of quantities, which is used in the tendering process, while also completing and updating quantity records. Recalculate quantities in the design or materials change and may, when required, provide guidance to staff allocated to the tender/bid process and lead supplier negotiations. Liaises with the Chief Estimator, Quantity Surveyors and Engineers on a regular basis.
In addition to above, you'll:
Utilise your site experience to deliver cost estimates from first principles
Provide support in the development of pre-qualification documents, participate in meetings with potential clients including assessment of alternatives and value engineering
Assist with pricing inputs in accordance with the tender plan created for each project
Prepare estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs and a schedule of quantities, used in the tendering process
Recalculate quantities in the design or materials change
Set-up tenders using CCS (Candy) computer based estimating and cost control software
Participates in post tender negotiations and provides supporting analysis and management of identified risks
What we are looking for:
Previous experience in delivering Roading and Utilities projects or contracting experience is required
Hold 3-5 years' proven experience in estimation within the sector
Hold relevant tertiary qualifications (B.ENG or QS)
Must be proficiency in electronic tendering systems CCS Candy
Strong communication and problem solving abilities
REAL BENEFITS
Medical insurance for you and your whānau
Life insurance from day 1 of employment
Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions
Enhanced Parental Leave policy, supporting our people with new additions to the family.
Ongoing training and development and family scholarships
Excellent discounts at a wide range of retailers
Creating, Connecting and Caring for the Community
Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry, and show customers lower-impact ways of delivering infrastructure .
All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.

We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities.
We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply
About Us We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better - for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in.

As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street.

We're always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that's you, we'd like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.
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