Senior Estimator

APA

. Develop and deliver capital estimating for major power, renewable or gas projects and other APA Group projects .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeBrisbane • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in capital estimating for large-scale infrastructure and energy projects, with a strong understanding of estimating methodologies and risk assessment. Proven ability to develop detailed cost estimates and maintain effective relationships with project teams and stakeholders.

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Capital EstimatingEstimating MethodologiesRisk AssessmentCommercial AcumenProject Management

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimationFirst-Principles EstimatingDetailed Cost EstimatesProject Risk AssessmentBenchmarking PracticesAACE FrameworksScope Documentation AnalysisKPI ManagementContingency QuantificationTendering Stages

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingAutonomous WorkEffective Communication

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure ProjectsEnergy SectorUtilitiesConstructionBudget PricingSupplier ManagementSubcontractor CoordinationProject Development ProcessesBackground VettingPolice Checks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and deliver capital estimating for major power, renewable or gas projects and other APA Group projects
Provide detailed capital estimates based on scopes of work, programs and delivery methodologies
Provide timely expert advice and assistance to project managers, project supervisors and other key staff on project development processes
Determine staffing and project management requirements for new projects
Maintain industry contact with key suppliers and contractors to obtain budget prices
Maintain databases of actual costs, estimates, unit rates, suppliers, subcontractors, KPIs and related data
Lead risk reviews for new projects to quantify contingencies
Ensure risk mitigation proposals are included in the estimating process or documented as exclusions and assumptions
Report to the Head of Estimating

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience as a Senior Estimator delivering capital estimates for large-scale infrastructure, energy, utilities, construction or related projects
Strong first-principles estimating capability
Ability to develop detailed cost estimates directly from drawings, specifications and scope documentation
Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing estimates across project development, business case and tendering stages
Sound commercial and financial acumen
Experience assessing project risks, contingencies, assumptions and cost drivers
Strong understanding of estimating methodologies, benchmarking practices and industry standards, including AACE or equivalent frameworks
Proven ability to work autonomously while building effective relationships with project teams, engineers, contractors, suppliers and key stakeholders
Must be eligible to work in Australia
Candidates are subject to background vetting, including Police checks, before and during employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive remuneration
Employee benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Wellbeing initiatives
Targeted career development programs
18 weeks of parental leave, including superannuation