Cost Planner / Estimator

BESIX Watpac is an Australian multi-disciplinary construction company, backed by a century of global expertise and financial strength. A wholly owned subsidiary of the award-winning international contractor BESIX Group, we specialise in complex construction across all sectors, including building and infrastructure projects.

Today the Group has more than $7B work in hand and is operating in 25 countries, employing 11,000 people globally. The world’s tallest tower, the iconic Burj Khalifa, showcases our innovation and engineering distinction. With international hubs located in Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, we are united by one common purpose - we excel in creating sustainable solutions for a better world.

This role will be responsible for:

• Compiling and preparing tenders and cost plans based on various forms of delivery and contracts.
• Assisting with negotiating tenders, contract terms, and conditions to ensure favourable outcomes and compliance with project requirements.
• Assisting project teams to prepare detailed cost plans for head contract variations and similar claims and assisting with agreement of subcontractor and consultant variations.
• Identifying risks associated with head contract tender documents.
• Reviewing tender documents and correctly allocate the appropriate trade packages for pricing.
• Preparing building quantities in a format that reflects industry practices and trends.
• Collating cost data directly from industry suppliers, subcontractors and completed projects.

The incumbent in this role will require:

• Degree in a relevant discipline, and experience in cost planning or estimating for large building projects, in a principal contractor or consultant environment.
• Clear understanding of industry construction techniques and proficient and proven skills in industry software.
• Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the external and internal business environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage workload and delivery to deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision-making skills.

Along with a competitive remuneration package and long-term opportunities for career development, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:

• Wellbeing Days - three additional leave days per year.
• Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.
• Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
• Corporate discounts to gym memberships, meal subscriptions and more.
• Social events and Family Days.

At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best.  If you’re excited about this role but don’t tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and believe you would be a great fit with BESIX Watpac.

Join our talented and passionate team delivering once-in-a-generation projects.

BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.