Senior 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.

With a strong pipeline ahead in the region, BESIX Watpac is seeking a Senior Cost Planner / Estimator to join the Qld, NT & NZ team managing estimating and cost planning during tender, design development and project delivery phases.

This role will be responsible for:

• Organising and managing tender estimates and project cost plans based on various forms of delivery and contracts.
• Identifying risks associated with head contract tender documents.
• Reviewing project designs through development stages to identify potential cost management risks.
• Monitoring project costs and upstream or downstream cost management concerns.
• Collaborating with project teams to prepare detailed cost plans for head contract variations and similar claims and assisting with agreement of subcontractor and consultant variations.

The incumbent in this role will require:

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or relevant discipline with highly established experienced in Cost Planning or Estimating.
• Experienced in cost planning and cost management for multi-stage management contracts.
• 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 business, working effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage shifting work priorities to deliver results.

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.