Junior Estimator, Christchurch
Sound like the right place for you?
We admire passionate and dedicated professionals who excel at building strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders, as this is a core part of our business and has led us to where we are today! Our projects range from education, residential, commercial, and healthcare so previous experience in this line will be highly regarded.
What’s life like at Southbase Construction:
At Southbase Construction, you will be surrounded by knowledgeable professionals who support each other and have a laugh along the way, who treat the project as their own, with a determination to deliver and exceed client’s expectations. We are proud of the culture we have created and look to continue to bring in the very best to be part of our story. We invest in our people with genuine leadership and development opportunities, competitive salarie,s and comprehensive benefits.
About the role:
At Southbase, we are seeking a detail orientated (Junior) to join our dynamic and busy team in Christchurch. If you are an existing Junior looking to broaden your experience from either a subcontractor or a Tier 3 - 4 contractor then this role could be for you.
Reporting directly to the Estimating manager, some examples of key tasks involved in our Junior role; responsible for the gathering and careful analysis of information, raising reports, completing admin tasks, participating in meetings, providing input into the strategic direction of the Company and supporting your wider Estimating team on tenders.
You will have:
- Previous experience of at least 1 - 2 years in Commercial estimation/pricing
- A Bachelors Degree in a relevant field such as Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Tender Management: Experience in initiating and securing subcontractor relations, assisting in tender presentations, and managing resources for tendering opportunities.
- Cost Analysis: Proficiency in carrying out cost studies, cost research, and pricing main contractor’s work, including Preliminary and General items.
- Project Quantification: Ability to quantify projects, review alternative construction methods, and construct a program of events/activities in collaboration with managers.
- Post-Tender Activities: Skills in responding to tender clarifications, negotiating details with subcontractors, and preparing final summaries for successful tenders.
- Market Awareness: Knowledge of developing market awareness, communicating current trends to key decision-makers, and preparing regular reports for the Regional Leadership team.
- NZ Residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Please email your CV with a Cover letter to recruitment@southbase.co.nz
