Senior Estimator
24 hours ago
**REFERENCE #**
- 15987
- **POSTED ON**
- 13 Nov 2025
- **CLOSES ON**
- 11 Dec 2025 21:00
- **LOCATION(S)**
- Auckland
- **EXPERTISE**
- Estimator
- **WORK TYPE(S)**
- Permanent, Part TimeWe are New Zealand's leading construction company, delivering some of the country's most iconic and complex projects. From airport terminals to office towers, university buildings to healthcare facilities, Hawkins is at the forefront of commercial construction.
Reporting to the New Business Manager - North, we're seeking a Senior Estimator to join our team, based at our office in Penrose, Auckland.
**About the Role**
This is a pivotal role for a seasoned Estimator ready to lead and influence from day one.
As a Senior Estimator, you’ll play a key role in:
- Leading the preparation of cost estimates for major commercial construction projects
- Collaborating with our front-end team to ensure strategic and competitive tendering
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Supporting business development and contributing to bid strategy
- Negotiating preferred rates and ensuring pricing accuracy throughout the tender process
**What You’ll Bring**
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
- Extensive experience as an Estimator in commercial construction, ideally with a main contractor
- In-depth knowledge of the New Zealand construction market
- A relevant qualification (e.g. Quantity Surveying or Construction Management)
- Strong understanding of construction methodology and technical documentation
- Expertise in measuring and rating direct trades, particularly concrete and carpentry
- Ability to assess and compare subcontractor quotes and identify key inclusions/exclusions
- Awareness of market pricing trends and commercial confidentiality
- Familiarity with NZ contract law (advantageous)
- Advanced computer skills—CostX, Candy or similar software experience is highly desirable
- Cost planning and strategic estimating experience
We’re looking for someone who is analytical, detail-focused, and thrives in a collaborative environment. You’ll be a confident communicator, a strategic thinker, and someone who can lead the tender process under pressure while driving continuous improvement.
**Why Hawkins?**
At Hawkins, you’ll be part of a team that delivers complex, high-profile projects across New Zealand. We offer:
- A supportive and innovative team culture
- Competitive employee benefits
- The chance to make a real impact in the communities we help build
**Ready to build your future with Hawkins? now.**
Please note: Applications are only accepted via our careers site.
The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test and medical.
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