Posted 16 July, 2026
Estimator/Senior Estimator Infrastructure
Turner & Townsend
Auckland, AUK, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
Full-time Department: Infrastructure Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 62 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com We’re seeking a Estimator / Senior Estimator based in Auckland to deliver accurate, independent cost estimates for major infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact projects and provide strategic input that shapes essential services. Key Responsibilities: Build first-principles pricing forprojects, including facilities, civils, and pipework, with a strong focus on electrical works. Quantify from design information and collaborate with engineers to ensure precision. Validate quantities and pricing from suppliers and contractors. Source and review quotations, negotiating competitive pricing. Assess and price risk during early project stages. Structure estimates, bills of quantities, and bills of materials. Prepare clear, detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders. Deliver integrated estimating services, offering strategic and technical advice throughout the project lifecycle. Qualifications We’re looking for a highly skilled professional who combines technical expertise with strong communication and problem-solving abilities. 5-10+ years of industry experience, ideally in water utilities and related sectors. Strong electrical estimating knowledge (LV/HV cabling, switchgear, transformers, SCADA, VSDs). Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering, or similar. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; Power BI and CSS Candy/Quantum experience advantageous. Excellent analytical and communication skills, confident in presenting to stakeholders. Consultancy experience and contractor-side knowledge. Mechanical estimating experience is a bonus. A collaborative team player with leadership potential and strong relationship-building skills. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr