Project Engineer (Estimating) (Eight Mile Plains)

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds. Our Estimating team plays a pivotal role in setting our projects up for success. With a strong EOI and tender conversion rate, the team works on complex, high-profile opportunities and helps shape the strategies that ultimately become the projects our delivery teams bring to life. We’re seeking a motivated Civil Project Engineer to transition into Pre‑Contracts and join our team at our Eight Mile Plains head office. In this role, you’ll apply your project delivery knowledge to tender development while receiving hands‑on training from some of the most experienced estimators in the industry. You’ll contribute to a variety of tenders for a diverse range of clients while developing your estimating skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you’re interested in transitioning to corporate hours with greater predictability, flexibility, and the ability to be home every night and are driven, eager to learn and ready to take the next step in your career
- we’d love to hear from you! About the role:
- Work closely with the estimating team to prepare accurate tender estimates and support the development of bid proposals and submission documents for civil construction projects
- Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers
- Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to request quotes and gather pricing for materials, labour and services
- Assist with early‑stage procurement activities on new projects, including managing RFQs in line with tender programs
- Contribute to estimating quantities and costs, identify schedule discrepancies, and ensure timely completion of tender estimates
- Maintain accurate records of correspondence, calculations, and methodologies throughout each tender process We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
- Experience delivering civil infrastructure construction projects
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders
- Effective time‑management and multitasking skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and handle feedback professionally
- Ability to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a high-performing pre-contracts team Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport. We have a range of perks available for our employee:
- Financial Wellbeing: competitive remuneration, salary continuance insurance and employee share program
- Generous Leave Benefits: purchased leave program, paid parental leave, and birthday leave – have your birthday off on us!
- Career Development: training, mentoring and leadership development programs
- Health & Wellness: discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP)
- Enjoy shopping, fitness and wellbeing discounts through our Flare and WHEREFIT partnerships including discounted gym memberships and classes About Seymour Whyte: As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all. Next steps:
- Submit your CV online to apply for this role
- All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
- Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia To learn more about us, visit Reference code: 494777 Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3ptaw5