
Electrical Estimator - Substations
Infrastructure Business Growth
- Sydney, NSW
- Contract
- Full-time
- Master the Tender: Review RFQs, dissect scope, terms, and technical/commercial commitments.
- Build Precision Estimates: Develop first-principle models from client/engineering data, including direct/indirect costs, risk, and contingency.
- Lead the Bid: Oversee bid writing plans, assign resources, manage deadlines, and ensure compelling, compliant submissions.
- Crunch the Numbers: Collate material take-offs, labour costs, and benchmarks into crystal-clear spreadsheets/databases.
- Power Collaboration: Work hand-in-glove with Planning, Procurement (providing BoQs), Engineering, and Project Development to align estimates, schedules, and methodologies.
- Mitigate Risk: Conduct thorough risk assessments and refine costings through senior management reviews.
- Own Relationships: Engage suppliers, subcontractors, and industry bodies to source competitive quotes and innovative solutions.
- Ensure Flawless Delivery: Guarantee all estimates, reports, and bid documents meet deadlines and the highest standards of accuracy and presentation.
You're an estimating pro with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for the high-voltage world. Your toolkit includes:
- Proven Experience: Demonstrated background in estimating Australian electrical transmission, substation, BESS, or power projects (NSW highly regarded).
- Technical Mastery: Deep understanding of HV infrastructure, legislative requirements, and key standards (AS/NZS 3000, AS 2067, AS/NZS/IEC 62271 suite).
- Tender Expertise: Experience managing major tenders, including proposal writing, resource coordination, and risk assessment.
- Commercial Acumen: Ability to interpret complex docs, develop accurate pricing models, and justify decisions with data.
- Collaborative Drive: Stellar communication skills to lead bid teams and engage stakeholders (internal/external).
- Systems Savvy: Proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Process Focus: Commitment to compliance with company procedures and industry regulations.
- High-Calibre Salary: A package well above market, reflecting your expertise and Sydney's competitive energy sector. (Contract or permanent role on offer)
- Career Rocket Fuel: Grow within a market leader at the heart of Australia's energy transition, your path to senior roles is clear.
- Impactful Work: Shape nation-critical infrastructure projects from the bid stage onwards.
- Expert Environment: Join a high-performing, supportive team where technical excellence is the standard.
- Stability & Growth: Backed by a robust project pipeline and a company investing heavily in its future.
If precision estimating on landmark energy projects and long-term growth align with your drive, apply now!Apply Online: Click the link below to upload your resume (Word format preferred).Confidential Chat: Contact Jeremy Symes 0478 644 655