At BMD, we’re making a difference in the communities around us, powering careers where you can make an impact working on complex, diverse and challenging infrastructure projects as part of our team.

About BMD

BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence, with a growing international footprint extending to the Philippines and the United Kingdom.

Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. For over 45 years, our diverse portfolio of projects and roles provides exceptional opportunities for our people to grow and make a lasting impact. As part of our team, you’ll help deliver challenging projects, supported by leadership within an inclusive people-first culture.

About the role

The Estimating Assistant will assist in the preparation of tenders and develop the skills associated with tendering/estimating. You will be responsible for;

• Review tender documents for scope of works, contract requirements, form of tender.

• Understand the project types BMD choose to tender and the markets BMD are active in. 
  • Assist in the first principle pricing of civil construction estimates.

• Collect relevant tender information from new paper, electronic media for the review of senior estimator
• Develop point of contact with subcontractors for assistance in tendering.
• Assist in the preparation, checking or measuring of schedules or bills of quantities as directed by the estimator.
• Formulate accurate 2D measurements
• Maintain and update weekly tender register

Estimating projects in;

• Land development - Residential and Industrial Sub-divisions
• Water / Sewer / Recycled Water upgrades
• Road infrastructure and stormwater drainage for local councils and VicRoads.

To succeed in this role, you will need

• A civil engineering degree with interest in working the Civil Construction industry 
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications and submission documents
• Strong microsoft excel skills with exposure to Expert Estimation or CATS being a bonus
• Proactive attitude, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail, with excellent verbal and written skills

What We Offer

We believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally. That’s why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics:

• grow your career with specialised learning and development programs
• be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform
• prioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym access
• support your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements available
• access perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers.

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven.

For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers

Due to the high volume of applications and enquiries, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates. No agency submissions will be accepted.