Senior Estimator | Major Civil Infrastructure Projects
Take the lead on major civil infrastructure tenders across Queensland, shaping winning strategies on projects valued from $20M to $200M+. As a Senior Estimator with Unyte, you will play a key role in securing major project wins while progressing toward leadership within a growing national contractor backed by the Symal Group.
About Unyte
Unyte is a national civil contractor delivering complex infrastructure projects across Australia. Backed by the Symal Group, we combine the agility of a specialist contractor with the strength and capability of a national business—giving our people access to larger projects, greater responsibility, and long-term career growth.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Estimator, you will lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of competitive tenders. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams to develop accurate pricing, identify risks and opportunities, and influence tender strategy from early engagement through to submission.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end preparation of major infrastructure tenders ($20M–$200M+)
- Develop pricing strategies, methodologies, and risk assessments
- Collaborate with delivery, engineering, and commercial teams
- Influence bid strategy and early contractor involvement discussions
- Ensure high-quality, timely tender submissions
- Identify opportunities to improve win rates and commercial outcomes
About You
- Extensive experience in estimating or pre-contracts within civil infrastructure
- Proven track record on projects $20M+
- Strong commercial, risk and methodology understanding
- Ability to lead complex tenders under tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Why Join Unyte
- Market-leading remuneration package with career progression opportunities
- Lead major bids up to $200M+ with real influence on win strategy
- Clear pathway to Estimating Manager within 12–24 months
- Exposure to senior leaders and major project decision-making
- Strong secured pipeline across Queensland infrastructure
- Supportive, high-performing and collaborative team environment
A career with us
At Unyte, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.
There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Unyte.
- Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
- Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
- Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
- Stay social: People are the core of Unyte. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.
Diversity of thought fuels our progress
Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.
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