Estimator

Role Overview

Reporting directly to the Newcastle Area Manager, this position is instrumental in expanding Boral Asphalt's presence in Northern New South Wales. The Estimator will collaborate with operational teams across Newcastle, Dubbo, and Coffs Harbour to identify tender opportunities, produce precise and competitive cost estimates, manage tender pipelines, and help secure profitable contracts within local government, state government, and civil contracting sectors.

About the Opportunity

• Contribute to revitalizing and enhancing Boral's market footprint throughout Northern NSW.
• Engage with a wide array of projects ranging from government resurfacing initiatives to large-scale infrastructure, including the Coffs Harbour Bypass.
• Benefit from continuous professional development and mentoring by seasoned estimating experts.
• Access genuine pathways for advancement across estimating, contracting, production, and operational leadership roles.
• Work within a supportive, collaborative team culture emphasizing accountability and innovative problem-solving.
• Join a workplace committed to safety, sustainability, and inclusiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and monitor tender opportunities via procurement platforms and industry connections.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, quotations, tender submissions, and pricing proposals for asphalt and civil construction projects.
• Maintain a comprehensive tender tracker to oversee and advance opportunities effectively.
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, and contractual documents to evaluate scope, risks, and pricing requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Operations teams to ensure estimates align with delivery needs and operational capacity.
• Develop pricing strategies focused on fostering business growth and profitability.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with clients including local councils, government bodies, and civil contractors.
• Support expansion of Boral's presence across Newcastle, Dubbo, Coffs Harbour, and wider Northern NSW regions.
• Participate in tender reviews, contract evaluations, and project handovers.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in estimating, tendering, or project engineering within asphalt, roads, civil construction, infrastructure, or contracting sectors.
• A solid grasp of asphalt contracting and project delivery, or relevant transferable experience from civil construction.
• Exceptional numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail.
• A self-driven individual capable of prioritizing multiple tenders simultaneously.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with estimating software; experience with Benchmark is a plus but not mandatory.
• Valid Driver's License and readiness to travel within the region as needed.

About Boral Asphalt

Boral Asphalt is dedicated to delivering superior surfacing solutions for a variety of projects across Australia, from local roads and council initiatives to major transport infrastructure such as highways, freeways, and airport runways. With an established network of asphalt manufacturing plants, spray seal depots, and contracting operations, Boral Asphalt plays a vital role in developing and maintaining essential community infrastructure.

At Boral, our people are central to our success. Embracing our values of Safety, Teamwork, Ambition, Accountability, and Respect, we strive to build a sustainable future while honoring our proud Australian heritage. We are an equal opportunity employer embracing diversity and inclusiveness, fostering an environment where everyone can excel.