Estimator

Job description

Estimator – Remedial Works

Freyssinet New Zealand is looking for an experienced Estimator to join our Auckland-based Remedial team. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value remedial and strengthening projects that protect and extend the life of critical infrastructure across New Zealand.

If you enjoy technical problem-solving, shaping winning tenders, and contributing at the front end of specialist construction projects, this role will give you real variety and impact.

Desired profile

The Role
As part of the NZ Remedial team, you will take ownership of estimating and tendering activities from early opportunity assessment through to submission. You’ll work closely with technical and delivery teams to develop smart, competitive solutions for a wide range of remedial works.

This position is Auckland-based and costed to overhead, with occasional short trips nationwide to review and assess project opportunities.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for remedial construction projects


• Develop methodologies, construction programs, and pricing strategies


• Coordinate and write high-quality tender and bid submissions


• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing


• Provide technical and commercial input during pre-contract planning


• Support the team in identifying and converting new opportunities
   
  Projects You’ll Work On


• Concrete repairs and structural strengthening


• Seismic strengthening works


• Bridges, wharves, industrial facilities, and commercial buildings
   
  About You


• You are commercially minded, detail-driven, and comfortable working on technically complex projects.
  
  Essential:


• Minimum 5 years’ experience in estimating or pre-contract roles


• Strong experience in remedial works or specialist construction


• Proven capability in costings, bid coordination, tender writing, planning, and methodologies
  
  Preferred Background:


• Estimator or Quantity Surveyor


• Experience in repairs, marine works, strengthening, or heavy construction
   
  What We Offer


• Mobile phone provided


• Laptop provided


• Exposure to technically challenging and meaningful infrastructure projects


• A collaborative, supportive team within a global specialist contractor
   
  If you’re ready to take the next step in your estimating career and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
  👉 Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

About Freyssinet Australia

Freyssinet Australia and New Zealand is a multifaceted specialist contractor providing innovative solutions for remediation, post-tensioning, and specialist civil engineering. We have an unrivalled reputation in specialised civil engineering across Bridges, Structures, Marine, and Industrial sectors. We have local branches in all states of Australia & parts of New Zealand and are present in over 100 countries around the world.