About the Role:Sector: Engineering / Construction / Estimations Position title: Junior Steel EstimatorLocation: 134-140 Fairbairn Rd, Sunshine West VIC 3020Days/Times: 8am - 4pm 3 days per weekScheduled start date: ImmediateDuration: 12 weeksClassification: Unpaid internshipAbout Tappi - What Makes Us Different?Tappi is a Melbourne-based startup disrupting the employment readiness space.We focus on facilitating the connection between authentic Industry projects and talented students or recent graduates.We build strong career pathways by building upon the skills of our candidates through intensive professional development modules and dedicated mentoring from industry professionals, while exposing our graduates to the world of real business and social impact.About our clientOur client is Melbourne’s leading, full-service structural and architectural steel specialist, trusted by the biggest names in construction and engineering.From design analysis and project management, to engineering, shop detailing, manufacturing, delivery and installation, Stilcon manages every aspect in-house to ensure the highest quality standards at each step in the process, and genuine peace-of-mind for our clients.About the roleTo be successful in your application for this internship you will have the following:Understanding of construction or steel estimationExperience and/or interest in structural & architectural steelUnderstanding how to read architectural drawings and perform take offsMust have a genuine interest in construction estimation and to forge a career in this discipline. They will be taught across all disciplines in business from the ground up.Knowledge of the following packages:AconexTeklaExcel & other microsoft products. (Excel skills must be excellent)Excellent attention to detailExcellent problem solving abilities - ability to think laterallyMUST be a team player with excellent communication skills.Learning Outcomes:Some of the expected learning outcomes you will receive during your placement include:Developing and maintaining customer relationshipsExperience in assisting in the management of an estimation projectAbility to be able to prepare estimates on new projects and estimate prices, as well as change orders on existing contractsExperience reading and interpreting job bid instructions and detailed specifications for preparation of estimatesPrepare take off of materials, estimate all necessary labour, materials, buyout items and equipment costs to prepare a thorough estimateHow To Apply:Students or graduates welcomeWillingness to learn in a dynamic environmentAttention to detail and process focusedExcellent verbal and written communication skillsThe ability to work independently and prioritise their workload to meet deadlinesOrganisational skills.Applicants please attach your current resume and covering letter to apply for this role and send applications to: hello@tappi.com.auPlease note that this opportunity is offered exclusively as part of Tappi’s Consulting Bootcamp program and a program fee does apply. Payment plans are available.  

Junior Steel Estimator - Internship Program

About the Role:

Sector: Engineering / Construction / Estimations

Position title: Junior Steel Estimator

Location: 134-140 Fairbairn Rd, Sunshine West VIC 3020

Days/Times: 8am - 4pm 3 days per week

Scheduled start date: Immediate

Duration: 12 weeks

Classification: Unpaid internship


About Tappi - What Makes Us Different?

Tappi is a Melbourne-based startup disrupting the employment readiness space.
We focus on facilitating the connection between authentic Industry projects and talented students or recent graduates.

We build strong career pathways by building upon the skills of our candidates through intensive professional development modules and dedicated mentoring from industry professionals, while exposing our graduates to the world of real business and social impact.

About our client

Our client is Melbourne’s leading, full-service structural and architectural steel specialist, trusted by the biggest names in construction and engineering.

From design analysis and project management, to engineering, shop detailing, manufacturing, delivery and installation, Stilcon manages every aspect in-house to ensure the highest quality standards at each step in the process, and genuine peace-of-mind for our clients.

About the role


To be successful in your application for this internship you will have the following:

  • Understanding of construction or steel estimation
  • Experience and/or interest in structural & architectural steel
  • Understanding how to read architectural drawings and perform take offs
  • Must have a genuine interest in construction estimation and to forge a career in this discipline. They will be taught across all disciplines in business from the ground up.


Knowledge of the following packages:

  • Aconex
  • Tekla
  • Excel & other microsoft products. (Excel skills must be excellent)
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent problem solving abilities - ability to think laterally
  • MUST be a team player with excellent communication skills.

Learning Outcomes:

Some of the expected learning outcomes you will receive during your placement include:

  • Developing and maintaining customer relationships
  • Experience in assisting in the management of an estimation project
  • Ability to be able to prepare estimates on new projects and estimate prices, as well as change orders on existing contracts
  • Experience reading and interpreting job bid instructions and detailed specifications for preparation of estimates
  • Prepare take off of materials, estimate all necessary labour, materials, buyout items and equipment costs to prepare a thorough estimate

How To Apply:

  • Students or graduates welcome
  • Willingness to learn in a dynamic environment
  • Attention to detail and process focused
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to work independently and prioritise their workload to meet deadlines
  • Organisational skills.

Applicants please attach your current resume and covering letter to apply for this role and send applications to: hello@tappi.com.au

Please note that this opportunity is offered exclusively as part of Tappi’s Consulting Bootcamp program and a program fee does apply. Payment plans are available.