Director | Estimating Manager
North Projects
North Projects delivers integrated project management and construction services across diverse industries.
Lead cost estimating and management for major civil infrastructure projects in Queensland.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
70 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Management
Cost Planning and Management
Construction Management
Arbitration / Mediation
Value Engineering and Management
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Community and Stakeholder
Culture and Entertainment
Data Centres
Education
Environmental / Sustainability
Health
Heritage Listed Projects
Role
Description
cost management
estimating
cost planning
value engineering
risk analysis
client relations
Reporting to the Executive Director in Queensland, our Director | Estimating Manager opportunity is an integral Queensland leadership role ensuring our cost advisory business continues to provide excellent quality, client focused delivery outcomes across civil, rail and water projects. You will provide strong leadership to our Queensland team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and high performance, whilst partnering with and advising current and new Queensland clients.
- Lead and deliver cost management and estimating services for major civil infrastructure projects in Queensland
- Build and develop trusted client relationships, offering strategic commercial advice and supporting informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycles.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level professionals, driving capability development and delivery excellence
- Oversee project cost planning from early feasibility to delivery, including estimating, value engineering, risk analysis and whole of life costing
Requirements
team leadership
cost advisory
complex projects
commercial judgement
contractor methodologies
- Strong understanding of contractor methodologies, delivery models and market behaviour
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and guiding cost advisory work across feasibility, business case, project procurement and delivery stages.
- Exposure to some of the largest and most complex critical projects nationally and internationally
- Strong commercial judgement with the ability to challenge inputs, clarify scope and test assumptions
Benefits
- Professional Development Program focusing on individual development, coaching and goal setting
- Access for employees and immediate family to Acacia as our Employee Assistance Program
- Additional 2 annual leave days per year after the first 12 months of employment
- Flexible/Hybrid work including flexible start and end times and working from home
- Milton office location
- 14 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers, 2 weeks for secondary carers
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
- Delivers innovative and high-quality project management and construction solutions.
- Excels in project management and construction services across various sectors.
- Known for reliability and successful project delivery thanks to a dedicated and experienced team.
- Involved in diverse industries, including residential developments and complex industrial and infrastructure projects.
- Adopts an approach that integrates strategic planning, detailed execution, and a deep understanding of client needs.
- Handles large-scale commercial developments, sustainable residential complexes, and transport infrastructure projects.
- Offers bespoke solutions tailored to meet specific project challenges.
- Renowned for tackling projects requiring precision, creativity, and hands-on expertise, ensuring exceptional results.
Culture + Values
- To provide simple, honest and sustainable solutions that yields exceptional value for our clients and shareholders in the property and infrastructure market.
- Our team is diverse and agile. We think and act differently from our industry peers; breeding a new form of Consultant that generates value with every client interaction.
- North places a strong emphasis on community, both within our organisation and also in the delivery of projects to help shape the communities in which we live.
- We pride ourselves in a personable approach to leading and driving project delivery.
- We develop partnerships with our clients through our cost management, planning and controls services.
Environment + Sustainability
65 kg of litter
Community Beach Cleanup
Organised a beach clean-up at Altona Beach, successfully collecting a notable amount of waste, including over 500 cigarette butts.
- Held three “Lunch and Learn” events in April to review prioritised objectives, actions, areas of improvement and a six‑month plan around sustainability and climate change.
- Encouraged waste‑free lunches and circular‑economy discussions focusing on reduce, reuse, recycle principles.
- Embed environmental considerations—such as resource use, waste management, cultural heritage and liveability—into project advisory and delivery services.
Inclusion & Diversity
2.7/5
Glassdoor Diversity Rating
Employee ratings for diversity and inclusion on Glassdoor across 16 reviews.
2.6/5
Consultant Diversity Score
Consultant-level ratings for diversity and inclusion on Glassdoor across 9 reviews.
- Employees report a 'diverse projects' environment and a 'good team' with 'friendly workmates.'
- No publicly stated formal DEI strategy, recruitment targets or gender-based metrics available.
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