Estimator

Delta is a smart thinking infrastructure specialist. We construct, manage and maintain electricity supply and environmental infrastructure. Every day we make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders. We make communities better for people to live, work and play in - keeping the lights on, the trees trimmed and the parks green.

**The role**:
As a key member of the Project Management Office, your role is to is to ensure all technical and commercial requirements of tender submissions are attended to across our Power and Communication Services business. You will review, log, develop and request tenders from subcontractors and suppliers, obtain delegated approval to submit tenders on time and consistent with Delta’s Quality Management System.

**Qualifications sought**:

- Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or similar (essential)
- Full, clean Class 1 driver license (essential)
- Trade based or diploma level electrical qualification (highly advantageous).

**About you**:

- Entrepreneurial
- Well-developed client liaison, relationship development and networking skills
- Strong communication abilities, including the ability to represent the organisation and deliver presentations
- A self-starter who is organised, structured and disciplined
- Driven and achievement oriented
- Able to work effectively under pressure and make sound decisions under stress
- Ability to utilise internal and external expertise effectively.

**What you need to succeed**:

- Demonstrated experience managing tender processes within a contracting environment
- Proven experience working as an Estimator in New Zealand
- Commercially astute with solid working experience and a sound understanding of AS/NZS3910
- Demonstrated experience accurately interpreting conditions of contract, specifications and drawings
- Proven ability to develop innovative construction methodologies that have delivered quality outcomes
- Excellent report writing and data analysis skills
- Budget preparation and management skills
- Computer literate with intermediate level proficiency for MS Word, Excel and Project.

**In the ideal world, you will also bring**:

- Experience in high voltage or utility/civil engineering projects which involve multiple disciplines
- Experience with Benchmark estimating software.

**What Delta offers**:

- Extra contribution to KiwiSaver after your first year
- $100K Cigna Life Insurance cover
- Commitment to safety, to make sure everyone gets home
- every day
- Recognition for excellence and demonstrating Delta’s values
- Wellness programmes, team activities and social clubs
- Professional development, training and courses
- Corporate Social Responsibility programmes and initiatives
- A competitive remuneration package
- Joining a progressive and reputable South Island organization.

If this sounds like you and you have a strong work ethic, positive outlook and want to be part of a great team then we want to hear from you.

Delta is an equal opportunities employer, providing competitive remuneration and structured support for your career development.

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