- Building & Construction
- Estimating
- Auckland, NZ
- Permanent / Full Time
- Excellent opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Attractive salary and additional benefits
- Working across a variety of different project sectors
Icon Group is a leading construction company operating across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, with over 800 employees and offices in every major region. Our group includes Icon, Minicon and Barpa, backed by Kajima Corporation, one of the top 20 construction companies globally and a leader in sustainable, progressive building.
With more than 85 active projects ranging from $50 million to $800 million, Icon is one of Australasia’s largest and most diverse construction providers.
We’re looking for an experienced Estimator to join our growing Auckland team.
Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you’ll be responsible for preparing competitive tenders and cost plan budgets across a wide range of commercial construction projects.
This role offers variety and autonomy, as well as the chance to work closely with design, engineering, construction and procurement teams to ensure estimates are accurate, efficient and aligned with project goals.
Key Responsibilities
Submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Please note: We are not engaging agency support for this role. Any unsolicited resumes will be disregarded and candidates may be contacted directly.
With more than 85 active projects ranging from $50 million to $800 million, Icon is one of Australasia’s largest and most diverse construction providers.
We’re looking for an experienced Estimator to join our growing Auckland team.
Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you’ll be responsible for preparing competitive tenders and cost plan budgets across a wide range of commercial construction projects.
This role offers variety and autonomy, as well as the chance to work closely with design, engineering, construction and procurement teams to ensure estimates are accurate, efficient and aligned with project goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate tenders and cost plans in line with project and client requirements
- Contribute to risk and margin analysis at tender close
- Identify, assess and develop mitigation strategies for risk items
- Conduct site visits to support the assessment of project scope and potential risks
- Collaborate across internal teams to ensure estimates reflect design and construction methodologies
- Support continuous improvement by identifying ways to streamline and strengthen estimating processes
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in the construction industry, ideally in commercial building
- Proven experience preparing cost estimates, budgets and reviewing tender documentation
- Skilled in identifying and mitigating risks during the tendering process
- Proficient in quantity surveying and pricing methodologies
- Competent in MS Excel, with experience in BuildSoft, Cubit, CostX and Bluebeam highly regarded
- Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external stakeholders
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous leave policies including purchased leave, Work Life Balance days, Community Days and enhanced Parental Leave
- A collaborative and values-driven culture
- Professional memberships and development support
- Social and sporting events
- Discounts on retail, health and travel
Submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Please note: We are not engaging agency support for this role. Any unsolicited resumes will be disregarded and candidates may be contacted directly.