Cadet Estimator
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Job Summary
Cadet Estimator
Handson onthejob training with ongoing support to build skills and start your career in estimating
Greater flexibility and choice with options to purchase additional annual leave an extra 2 days of wellbeing leave
Amazing opportunity to kick-start your Estimating Career
About the Role
Were looking for a motivated Cadet Estimator to join our PreContracts team and support the delivery of accurate and competitive cost estimates for civil and infrastructure projects.
Working under the guidance of experienced Estimators youll assist with tender preparation cost buildups quantity takeoffs and documentation while developing strong technical capability and industry knowledge. This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their career who is eager to learn detailfocused and keen to build a future in construction and infrastructure.
Youll play an important role in supporting both price and nonprice tender inputs contributing to submissions that help secure future work for the business.
Key Responsibilities
Estimating Support & Tender Preparation
- Work collaboratively within estimating and precontracts teams.
- Assist with quantity takeoffs pricing inputs data entry and cost comparisons.
- Support the preparation of accurate and competitive tender pricing under supervision.
- Develop an understanding of drawings specifications and project scope.
- Assist with identifying risks assumptions and exclusions within tenders.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate tender documentation registers and filing systems.
- Assist in identifying WHS and environmental risks and required controls in tenders.
- Follow established estimating processes and document review requirements.
- Assist with RFIs document control and tender submissions.
Learning & Collaboration
- Seek guidance and feedback to continuously build estimating capability.
- Support tender communications and internal stakeholder interactions.
- Assist with tender handovers and postaward reviews.
- Contribute to the preparation of nonprice submission content as required.
About You
Youre proactive organised and eager to learn. You enjoy working as part of a team take pride in your attention to detail and approach tasks with a positive solutionsfocused mindset.
You will bring:
- A willingness to learn and develop a career in estimating or precontracts.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately.
- Good communication skills both written and verbal.
- A collaborative approach and strong work ethic.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Studying toward or having completed a qualification in construction management engineering or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
Mandatory Requirements
- Current Australian Drivers Licence
- Construction Induction Card (White Card)
Why Join Our Team
At Pensar we believe great work starts with great people. Our employees enjoy a broad range of benefits designed to support work life and wellbeing including:
- Quarterly employee recognition and longservice awards
- Access to Entertainment App and Bunnings discounts
- Health & wellbeing initiatives (flu vaccinations skin checks mental health awareness)
- Employerfunded paid parental leave
- Regular team and social events including site BBQs and team challenges
- Employee Assistance Program and financial advisory services
- Funded compliance training and professional development support
- Healthy office snacks and breakfast options
Why Youll Love Working at Pensar
Were builders problemsolvers and collaborators. At Pensar youll be part of a business that values innovation accountability and teamwork. Youll work on varied highprofile projects gain exposure across the organisation and be supported by people who genuinely care about delivering great outcomes.
Pensar is proud to be part of the RSK Group a global leader in sustainable solutions.
Learn more: to Build Your Future with Pensar
If youre excited to join a modern agile infrastructure business delivering meaningful projects across Queensland and beyond wed love to hear from you.
Applications close:22 April 2026
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Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Preemployment checks including a National Police Check and a preemployment medical may be required. Pensar is committed to building a diverse inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
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About Company
We offer insightful, original design thinking, implemented by a team with proven expertise to deliver flexible fit-for-purpose critical infrastructure solutions. We have been operating for over 22 years, working across a broad and diverse Australian market.
