Estimator/Project Manager
Ready to take ownership of projects from tender through to successful completion?
Join a respected, locally owned Dunedin engineering business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality fabrication, installation, and 3 Waters projects.
This is a hands-on role for an experienced Estimator / Project Manager who enjoys balancing commercial acumen with practical project delivery and wants to be part of a supportive team that values quality, safety, and professional growth.
What You'll Be Doing
- Prepare estimates, quotes, and tender submissions for structural steel, pipe fabrication, and engineering projects.
- Review specifications, drawings, labour requirements, and material costs to develop accurate pricing.
- Source and negotiate pricing with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Manage projects from award through to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
- Coordinate materials, subcontractors, workshop activities, and installation schedules.
- Maintain strong client relationships and provide regular project updates.
- Conduct site visits, monitor progress, and ensure quality and Health & Safety requirements are met.
- Track project costs, labour hours, and project performance.
What You Need
- Minimum 5 years' experience estimating within the engineering, fabrication, structural steel, or piping sector.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and subcontractors.
- Ability to identify risks and opportunities within tender documentation.
- Strong commercial, QA and manufacturing skills with experience of work installation and knowledge of commissioning.
- Proven experience managing site-based engineering projects from start to finish.
- Sound knowledge of relevant NZ industry standards including NZ health and safety practices.
- Exposure to 3 Waters projects would be highly advantageous.
What's in It for You
- Competitive salary package.
- Southern Cross Health Insurance.
- Company phone and laptop.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Long-term career growth within a successful and growing business.
- A varied role with autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact.
- Work with a supportive team and established client base.
- Be part of a locally owned company committed to quality workmanship and continuous improvement.
If you're ready for a role that combines estimating expertise with project ownership, apply now and take the next step in your engineering career.
Apply online today or contact Megan on 021 409 025 for a confidential chat.
Please note:
- Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand. Unfortunately, we're unable to sponsor or qualify work visas for this role (client is not Immigration Accredited)
- As per our standard recruitment process, all applicants will undergo Pre-employment Reference Checks, Drug and Alcohol screening, along with a Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check to determine employment suitability.
Vacancy ID: 20028734186143
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