Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Reviewing engineering drawings, architectural plans, specifications and tender documents to understand the scope and requirements of structural steel fabrication projects.
• Preparing detailed cost estimates, quotations and tender submissions for structural steel fabrication and engineered projects.
• Conducting material take-offs and quantity calculations from drawings and project documentation.
• Estimating the costs of structural steel, other materials, labour, fabrication, subcontractor works and related project requirements.
• Obtaining, reviewing and analysing quotations from steel suppliers, subcontractors and other service providers.
• Comparing supplier and subcontractor prices and incorporating competitive pricing into project estimates and tender submissions.
• Performing detailed cost analysis and financial calculations to determine accurate project costs and support tender pricing.
• Liaising with project engineers, site engineers, architects, builders, contractors, suppliers and clients to clarify project scope, specifications and requirements.
• Conducting site visits where required to assess project conditions, measurements, access requirements and other factors affecting project costs.
• Reviewing project scope, drawings and specifications to identify inclusions, exclusions, variations and potential cost implications.
• Assisting with tender preparation, submission, evaluation and negotiation through to final tender settlement.
• Identifying potential cost-saving opportunities and value engineering alternatives during the estimation and tender phase, while maintaining client specifications.
• Supporting the planning and coordination of structural steel fabrication and delivery requirements to ensure the estimated costs and project schedules are achievable.
• Reviewing proposed fabrication methods and materials to ensure they are consistent with project specifications, applicable Australian standards and client requirements.
• Working closely with the manufacturing and project teams to clarify estimating, material and fabrication requirements.
• Drafting, editing and revising preliminary technical sketches, detailed working drawings, and material specifications to guide the Hayman Engineered Structures manufacturing team.

Relevant Qualification and Experience

At least a relevant Diploma plus 1 year relevant experience or 3 years relevant experience in substitute to the qualification

Relevant Skills 

• Ability to accurately read, analyse and extract complex information from engineering drawings, architectural plans and project specifications.
• Strong quantitive skills to perform precise material take-offs, labor calculations and detailed financial analysis for competitive tender submissions.
• Ability to analyze supplier and subcontractor quotes, compate market pricing and strategically build cost-effective, profitable estimates.