CPB Contractors is the CIMIC Group’s construction company and a leading international construction contractor, with operations across Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.
Combining the expertise and track record formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess, we deliver projects spanning all key sectors of the construction industry, including roads, SMP, rail, tunnelling, defence and building.
We need people who are talented, motivated and disciplined, and who have a strong work ethic that drives them to succeed.
Your Opportunity:
This is your chance to join a Tier 1 construction contractor with a strong pipeline of major projects. Working as part of an experienced Pre-Contracts team you will have the opportunity to work on tenders for large scale infrastructure projects. Your professional preparation, competitive pricing and on-time delivery of tenders will maximise the probability of securing these profitable construction contracts.
- Lead estimating activities across SMP tenders and bids
- Develop detailed first-principles cost estimates
- Identify and assess project risks, opportunities, and cost drivers
- Contribute to value engineering and innovative delivery solutions
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
- Support bid strategy and ensure alignment with commercial objectives
- Ability to plan and sequence work packages using sound civil construction and project management methodology, considering available resources and expertise, client requirements, and profit targets
What you bring:
- Proven experience as an Estimator/Senior Estimator in SMP projects
- Strong first-principles estimating capability
- Experience leading pricing on major tenders
- Ability to identify and manage project risk and opportunity
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Proficiency in estimating tools and systems
We are always looking for ways to make CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:
- Be part of high-profile SMP and infrastructure projects
- Work within a collaborative, high-performing bid team
- Clear pathways for career progression and leadership opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible work arrangements and strong team culture
- Access to health, wellbeing and employee benefits programs
If you are interested in this role and meet the above requirements, please apply below.
All Candidates shortlisted for this position will be asked to consent to a national police check and/or financial history check. Please note that the presence of a criminal record will not automatically exclude a Candidate from the recruitment process. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.
