Why Icon?
The Icon Group, an Australian construction conglomerate comprised of three major companies, Icon, Minicon, and Barpa has over 800 employees, and offices located across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific with diverse opportunities across a broad range of sectors and regions.
The group is backed by one of the top 20 construction companies in the world, the progressive, sustainability-focused, Kajima Corporation.
We are one of the largest construction providers in the Australasia, currently delivering over on 85 projects ranging from $50 million to $800 million.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our growing Melbourne team. Reporting to Estimating Manager, you will play a key role in preparing accurate tenders and cost plans across a diverse pipeline of major projects across Victoria, spanning sectors including commercial, residential, health, education and social infrastructure.
This is an opportunity to work closely with experienced delivery and pre construction teams, gaining exposure across the full tender lifecycle from early subcontractor engagement through to final submission and project handover.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate tenders, estimates and cost plans across a range of building projects
- Assist with subcontractor and supplier pricing, scope reviews and package comparisons
- Support tender close processes, including commercial reviews and pricing submissions
- Identify commercial, programme and delivery risks within bids
- Conduct site visits and assist with buildability and methodology reviews
- Work collaboratively with design, engineering, construction and procurement teams
- Maintain and update estimating databases, benchmarks and pricing schedules
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across estimating systems and processes
About You
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or similar
- Previous experience as an Estimator within a head contractor environment
- Exposure across cost planning, tendering and commercial analysis
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work across multiple tenders simultaneously
- High level proficiency in Excel and estimating software
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders
- A proactive and collaborative approach with a willingness to continue developing technically
Benefits and perks
- Access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Market competitive Salary and excellent working environment
- Excellent Leave Polices that include purchased Annual Leave, Work Life Balance Days, Community Days and generous Parental Leave scheme
- Collaborative and values-based workplace culture
- Sporting and Social events
- Professional Memberships
How to apply
Applications should be made by submitting a CV and cover letter online outlining your interest, motivation and what you would bring to this role by way of background.
Recruiters, please note we are not engaging agency support on this role unless directly contacted by our internal recruitment team. If you have not been approached, we are not seeking external support at this time. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted and will be disregarded. Candidates may be contacted directly by our internal team. 