Who we are
In Melbourne, water is essential to our way of life.
As caretakers for Melbourne’s water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity.
Each time you drink from the tap, flush a toilet, run through a backyard sprinkler, or kayak down the Yarra—we’re there. Primed and ready, quietly delivering some of the world’s cleanest water for over five million residents and wildlife that call Melbourne home —just as we have for over years.
If you value making it count, diving in with curiosity, and doing what’s right, you're in the right place.
About the Role
Reporting to the Design and Estimation Lead, this is a pivotal role within the Minor Capital Team. As the Capital Delivery Estimator you will be responsible for taking projects from concept to construction ready (scoping / estimation, design management, commercial / procurement strategy, and risk management of a program of projects). Managing up to 30 projects at a time generally ranging from $k-$2M. This hands on role gives you the opportunity to get out on site during the development of projects in a range of locations from urbans areas to pristine forested catchments. A key part of this role is working with various internal Melbourne Water teams as well as external agencies and service providers to develop projects that achieve safe, high quality and cost effective outcomes.
In the role you will have the chance to develop projects in a variety of fields – some examples include civil (concrete structures, steel fabrication, waterway stabilisation works, fishways, underground drainage/ pipework, excavation and earthworks, gravel and asphalt roading and pipe valves) and environmental works (weed control, revegetation, vegetation and fauna assessments and feral animal control).
This full time role is based from our North East Regional Office in Croydon or South East Regional Office in Bangholme. The role will require you attend various Melbourne Water sites mainly in the East and South of Greater Melbourne. An operational vehicle is included with the role.
For more information please review the Role Mandate:
About you:
1. Expertise in estimation, planning and construction management
2. Knowledge of standards, legislation and regulatory authorities
3. Highly developed project management skills.
4. Expertise in cost estimation of large multidiscipline programs of works and individual projects in civil and natural resource management
5. Developed complex construction / delivery methodology experience
6. Relevant tertiary qualification in the civil or environmental disciplines.
7. Ability to work in a fast paced environment within a passionate team
8. Ability to build strong relationships with various stakeholders to enable project development
Why join us:
At Melbourne Water, we care about water and all life that springs from it.
Our people are fuelled by passion, and with safety at the forefront, we have an unwavering sense of purpose, and are on a mission to protect every Melburnian’s way of life, one drop at a time.
We walk the talk when it comes to flexible working – but that’s not all. Our culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning permeates everything we do. We're dedicated to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.
Our long-standing commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people living with disability, mature age and young jobseekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are safe, affirmed, and celebrated.
If you’re curious, action-orientated, outcomes-focused, and care deeply for public resources, community, and the environment, we'd love to receive an application and learn if you could be a great fit.