Who we are

In Melbourne, water is essential to our way of life.

As caretakers for Melbourne’s water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity.

Each time you drink from the tap, flush a toilet, run through a backyard sprinkler, or kayak down the Yarra, we’re there. Primed and ready, quietly delivering some of the world’s cleanest water for over five million residents and wildlife that call Melbourne home, just as we have for over 130 years.

If you value making it count, diving in with curiosity, and doing what’s right, you're in the right place.

About the Role

This full time role is based from our Brooklyn office, with a focus on our North and Western projects. Reporting to the Design & Estimation Program Lead, this is a pivotal role within the Minor Capital team. As the Capital Delivery Estimator you will be responsible for scoping / estimation, design management, commercial strategy, and risk management of the Works Delivery Minor Capital program. 

This includes:

• Lead the scoping/estimation, design management, commercial strategy and risk management of capital program during the estimation phase of the project life cycle.
• Provide technical expertise in complex construction and delivery methodologies
• Develop, lead and continuously improve the program monitoring and reporting in relation to the initiation, scoping and estimation process

For more information please review the Role Mandate:  Role Mandate - Capital Delivery Estimator.pdf

About you:

• Extensive experience in leading and developing complex construction / delivery methodology in a range of disciplines including Civil and Environmental
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience engaging with internal and external stakeholders to drive project outcomes
• Relevant tertiary qualification in civil or environmental disciplines.
• Expertise in cost estimation of large multidiscipline programs of works and individual projects
• Knowledge of standards, legislation and regulatory authorities
• Expertise in estimation, planning and construction management
• Expertise in site investigations and reporting
• Valid Victorian Driver’s License
• Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check

Why join us:

At Melbourne Water, we care about water and all life that springs from it.

Our people are fuelled by passion, and with safety at the forefront, we have an unwavering sense of purpose, and are on a mission to protect every Melburnian’s way of life, one drop at a time.

We walk the talk when it comes to flexible working – but that’s not all. Our culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning permeates everything we do. We're dedicated to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

Our long-standing commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people living with disability, mature age and young jobseekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are safe, affirmed, and celebrated.

If you’re curious, action-orientated, outcomes-focused, and care deeply for public resources, community, and the environment, we'd love to receive an application and learn if you could be a great fit.

How to Apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form.

Closing date: Wednesday 3^rd September 2025 at 11:55pm AEST