Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) is a multi-award winning organisation and we pride ourselves on our team of high performing talented professionals who are safety and delivery focused, and are at the core of our success. You will be joining an organisation that is known as a leader in its field but also prides itself on being dynamic, embracing new technologies and focused on customer service. We are passionate about promoting work/life balance so our people feel comfortable to bring their best to work, and to truly be focused on a common goal which is to provide a world class railway service.

Due to continuous growth, we are currently looking for dynamic Estimators to support our Franchise Projects team. There are multiple opportunities –both permanent & fixed term (12 months).

The Franchise Projects portfolio includes all projects delivered by Metro Trains on behalf of the Department of Transport (Formerly PTV). You will be working alongside a high performing, dynamic, solution orientated team delivering packages of projects within Metro’s Franchise Portfolio. You will work alongside team members with a wide range of diverse skillsets that will further hone and refine your own.

Reporting into the Estimating Manager, in this role you will be responsible for supporting the Estimating process throughout a project duration (from inception to close out), including the development of project estimates and providing construction phase support during delivery.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Liaise with all disciplines leads, program managers, project managers, procurement officers and/or project officers to collect, review and select appropriate basis of Estimating.
• Prepare estimates and forecasts in format able to be utilised for value engineering, options analysis or alternative presentations to suit MTM Client or MTM procurement strategy
• Generate Target Cost Estimates for the MTM business (including Projects, Operations and Finance)
• Where available take-off of drawings / designs / mud maps.
• Participate in tender evaluation process including preparation of tender analysis.
• Prepare benchmarking and unit rate data and utilise as basis of Estimating where possible.
• Report and present estimates at a summary level to senior management on a regular basis.
• Participate in estimate reviews with Estimating team including presentation of estimates.
• Provide Estimating support for MTM procurement including commitment to MTM’s procurement purchasing policies.
  

About You

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Estimating / Cost Planning / Cost Control / Quantity Surveying.
• Tertiary qualification in engineering, building, construction or quantity surveying.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Effective written and visual communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability in comprehension and interpretation of specifications and drawings.
• Time management skills are essential.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to build constructive professional relationships
  

Why work for Metro?

• Attractive Remuneration: Excellent pay package with laptop & mobile phone;
• Career Progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Vibrant and Ambitious Team: A collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to delivering projects that improve the safety and reliability of Melbourne’s rail network
• Permanent Opportunity: Our ongoing involvement in the exciting pipeline of major rail projects
• Benefits: Free Myki travel across Victoria and other great corporate discounts
• Work-Life Balance: We encourage flexibility and wellbeing; you will manage your own schedule and we will support you to thrive in your role. MTM supports flexible working arrangements.

This is a fantastic and high profile opportunity to build on the career you have developed to date and be part of the legacy that ‘connects people and places for a growing Melbourne’.

If what you have read resonates with your values, experience and career aspiration then please submit your application by COB 24th August 2022.

Metro Trains is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We encourage all interested applicants to apply but please do note that only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position.