Estimator

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Category

Construction/Technical

Business

Brian Perry Civil

Location

Hamilton

Job Reference

43678

Posted Date

21-Sep-2026

Closing Date

21-Oct-2026

Description

Careers Made Possible at Brian Perry Civil

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join a team that thrives on collaboration and bold thinking, delivering complex civil projects that shape communities and protect environments. Here, your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work leaves a lasting impact.

About the Role

We're looking for an Estimator to join our Hamilton team and play an important role in preparing competitive bids for civil infrastructure projects. Working as part of an experienced estimating team, you'll assist with cost estimates, pricing submissions and tender preparation across a range of projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with estimating experience who is looking to further develop their civil infrastructure expertise and work on technically challenging projects.

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for civil infrastructure projects
• Complete quantity take-offs and assist with first-principles pricing
• Support the preparation and submission of tenders
• Review drawings, specifications and project documentation
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Work closely with project, commercial and delivery teams during tender preparation
• Assist in identifying risks, opportunities and pricing assumptions

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years' estimating experience within civil construction, ideally with a Tier 1 or large infrastructure contractor
• Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience contributing to the delivery of infrastructure, civil or construction projects
• Sound understanding of estimating methodologies, cost planning and tendering processes
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Strong analytical, numerical and organisational skills
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build effective relationships across project teams

About Us

Brian Perry Civil are specialists in ground engineering and civil construction, delivering some of the most complex and technically challenging projects. From foundations and marine works to three waters infrastructure, our work goes beyond construction - we're shaping communities, protecting environments, and building a legacy of innovation. We thrive on bold thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to safety and sustainability.

As part of VINCI Construction, a global leader in construction, we are guided by our vision - Build Better Together. We draw on the strength of an international network of more than 1,300 business units operating in over 100 countries, combining global expertise with the local decision making and relationships that enable successful delivery in New Zealand.

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don't always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don't quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.