Australia onlyContract Estimator (Mining Infrastructure) – Day Rate | Remote | Immediate Start
A well-established, privately owned civil and mining contractor is seeking an experienced Contract Estimator to support two live tenders for mine site infrastructure works.
IBG is a majority Indigenous owned recruitment business registered with Supply Nation, specialising in civil engineering, infrastructure, construction and major project recruitment. We partner closely with contractors, engineering consultancies and delivery organisations to place high quality technical professionals. Our approach is relationship led and commercially grounded, built on practical industry experience and a clear understanding of how complex projects are delivered.
This is a short-term, high-impact role requiring someone who can step in quickly and add value across mining-related civil scopes.
About the Company
Our client is a leading, family-built contractor delivering civil construction, engineering and mining services across Queensland and New South Wales.
They operate a fully integrated, self-performing model, with in-house capability across plant, materials and project delivery, and have built a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and mining projects across Australia.
Their work spans:
- Civil infrastructure
- Mining and bulk earthworks
- Transport and industrial projects
The Role
You will support two active tenders involving mine site civil infrastructure, including scopes such as:
- Tailings dam construction
- Haul roads and access roads
- Bulk earthworks
- Mine infrastructure and supporting works
Key responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for mining-related civil works
- Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation
- Develop BOQs, build-ups and production-based pricing
- Engage with subcontractors and suppliers
- Contribute to bid strategy and commercial inputs
- Work closely with senior precontracts and operational teams
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as an Estimator on mining or resources projects
- Strong background in:
- Bulk earthworks
- Mine site infrastructure
- Haul roads / access roads
- Tailings or dam-related works (highly regarded)
- Solid understanding of plant rates, production rates and mining environments
- Ability to work autonomously in a contract capacity
- Available to start immediately or at short notice
The Offer
- 6-week contract (with potential extension)
- Day rate engagement
- Fully remote
- Immediate start
Why This Role
- Work on live mining tenders with real delivery impact
- Join a contractor with a strong pipeline in both civil and mining sectors
- Flexible, remote engagement with a defined scope
If you're a mining-focused estimator available immediately and comfortable pricing production-based civil works in a mine environment, this is a strong short-term opportunity.
