Estimator - - 41888 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join the Higgins team based in Hamilton. You’ll be involved in bidding and tender preparation for the Waikato region, working on civil construction projects valued up to $20 million.

As an Estimator, you will manage tender and pricing submissions from start to finish, working closely with operations, suppliers, and clients. This is a hands-on role in focused on producing clear, accurate pricing, identifying risk early, and supporting smooth project handovers. It suits someone who enjoys detail, structure and contributing to well prepared project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing accurate tenders, estimates, budgets, and pricing plans to agreed timeframes
Reviewing tender documentation to understand scope, risk, and commercial requirements
Completing take-offs and pricing across labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors
Sourcing and negotiating supplier and subcontractor pricing, including reviewing tags and assumptions
Maintaining tender records, pricing data, and estimating documentation
Supporting handover to operational teams following tender awards

What You’ll Bring to the Role

2 to 3 years’ estimating experience within civil construction
Experience working on civil construction and or roading tenders and projects
Hands-on involvement in tender and bid preparation, including pricing and documentation
Experience using CCS Candy, Benchmark, and Microsoft Project or similar systems
A practical, commercially aware approach to pricing and problem solving
Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders at once
Technical qualifications are preferred but not essential
Experience engaging with clients to explain bids and address queries
Working knowledge of NZS 3910:2013 and standard construction contracts

What’s on offer:

Competitive salary package, with relocation support available
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
In-house technical training and leadership development programmes
Career opportunities across Higgins and Fletcher Construction
Educational support for you and your children
School holiday programmes and tutoring support
Discounts with partners including Southern Cross, ANZ, Z Energy, PlaceMakers, Mico, and Samsung

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth – because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

We're with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua

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.