Senior Estimator at Fantail Services Ltd

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Latest job information from Fantail Services Ltd for the position of Senior Estimator. If the Senior Estimator vacancy in New Zealand matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Fantail Services Ltd established in 2010 and currently has a Team of 40 great people. We are a successful company that has organically grown. We price projects throughout New Zealand. We are proud of the development & promotional opportunities we have provided our team members over the years.

Do you want to estimate Mechanical (HVAC) & Electrical Systems for interesting Industrial, Commercial and Residential projects where your expertise is challenged? Then a position as a Senior Estimator at Fantail Services Ltd is your new challenge!

What will you do?

As a Senior Estimator at Fantail, you will be a key figure in our estimating department. You are responsible to learn our estimating processes to then lead by example to undertake efficient estimating of Mechanical (HVAC) & Electrical Systems. You will be able to work unsupervised and are responsible for:

• Producing accurate measurement take-offs and preparing detailed, accurate cost estimates for all Mechanical (HVAC) and electrical systems which include piping, ducting, valves, wiring, equipment, controls, power supplies, support systems, seismic, switchboards & BMS
• Providing value engineering and alternative recommendations
• Analyzing drawings, specifications, schedules, and scopes to ensure complete and compliant pricing
• Develop clear, well-structured tender submissions, including breakdowns, exclusions, clarifications, and assumptions
• Review and validate supplier and subcontractor pricing to ensure competitiveness and correctness
• Identify risks, cost drivers, and pricing sensitivities within estimates and communicate these clearly to the Team
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and building codes
• Assist in developing and refining estimating methodologies, cost libraries, and pricing models
• Work closely with the business as we develop improved estimating systems and workflows, contributing ideas that improve efficiency, speed, and consistency
• Being a team player & meeting deadlines

What we offer you

Working at Fantail Services means working for an organization to be proud of. What we offer you:

• A starting salary in the range of $80k - $100k, depending on your knowledge & experience
• Mobile phone and data plan for NZ use
• Meal reimbursement if working on the weekend
• Twice a year a One-on-one progress check-in review with your manager. Including annual pay review

Excellent secondary benefits include

• Paid birthday working day off and a gift
• At 5 years’ continuous employment, an additional $2,300 is added to your base salary.
• At 10 years’ continuous employment, additional 3 days annual leave and an additional sick leave entitlement
• At 15 years’ continuous employment a $2,000 gross one-off bonus will be paid + a one-off annual leave grant of 10 working days

Additional inclusions for your role are

• We value your personal development. We will provide opportunities to attend training courses and the opportunity to assist with developing our new estimating system
• Great extras, such as friends & family discounts at major retail outlets & discounts at a travel agency are shared amongst the Team

You can see yourself in this role because

• A recognized Qualification or Diploma in Quantity Surveying
• Experience in the building services subtrade sector & meeting deadlines
• Demonstrated estimating experience across commercial, industrial, and residential construction projects.
• A strong understanding of construction documentation, specifications, and procurement processes.
• Excellent communication and social skills, comfortable engaging with suppliers and clients.
• Ability to represent the business professionally, demonstrating confidence, credibility, and strong interpersonal skills
• Experience working in New Zealand’s construction and building services market
• A customer first focus, are highly communicative & positively critical

Your Work Environment – Our Estimating department at Fantail is growing. Our Team

• Has years of experience
• Are receiving many opportunities to design and price projects
• Are Team Players

Working at Fantail means the door is open for you to be a part of our social network such as

• Quarterly toolbox with awards & prizes
• Our Fantail Darts League and Basketball League Teams
• Sponsorship of local Senior & Junior football Teams + staff sponsorship requests considered
• A 9-seater van for the community to use for free

Application Process

• Email your CV to

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Specialty Trade Contractors

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Job Info:

• Company: Fantail Services Ltd
• Position: Senior Estimator
• Work Location: New Zealand
• Country: NZ

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