Electrical Estimator

Star Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leisure Days (12 additional leave days

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Defined career pathways and leadership

Mentoring program

Recognition and reward programs

Job summary

Star Group's Canberra branch is seeking an Electrical Estimator who takes ownership of regional tenders and negotiates the right price for project success. This deadline-driven role requires accuracy to ensure estimates align with standards, project specs, and tender docs.

You will work across Electrical Construction, Industrial, Fitout and Communications disciplines, using Star Group's estimating systems and software, collaborating with a wider team to deliver quality submissions.

Qualifications

• Electrical trades qualification required.
• 5+ years in a qualified electrical trade role in construction preferred.
• 5+ years\' estimating experience in electrical construction/industrial essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete estimates independently for Star Group bids and projects.
• Collaborate as part of a wider team across all tenders.
• Deliver accurate, quality-assured submissions under tight deadlines.
• Scrutinise tender documentation to ensure allowances are correct and complete.
• Estimate Design & Construct tenders end-to-end.
• Estimate across Electrical Construction, Industrial, Fitout and Communications disciplines.

Skills

Electrical trade qualification

Estimating experience

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Regional Projects | Canberra Branch | Tier 1 Electrical Contractor

Star Group is growing its Canberra branch, and we need an Electrical Estimator who takes ownership of our regional tenders and negotiates the right price for the success of our projects.

Our Opportunity

You’ll bring accuracy and commercial judgement to every bid, working across the diverse project types Star Group specialises in. It is a deadline-driven role that requires close attention to detail and accuracy to ensure that all project elements are estimated in accordance with standards, project specifications, and tender documentation.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Nearly 70 years of history and direct exposure to high-value government and health-sector projects, backed by benefits that support how you work and live:

• 12 additional leave days (Leisure Days) per year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — confidential support for you and your family
• Defined career pathways and leadership development
• Organisation-wide mentoring program
• Recognition and reward programs

Key Responsibilities

• Complete estimates independently for Star Group bids and projects
• Collaborate as part of a wider team across all tenders
• Deliver accurate, quality-assured submissions under tight deadlines
• Scrutinise tender documentation to ensure allowances are correct and complete
• Estimate Design & Construct tenders end-to-end
• Estimate across Electrical Construction, Industrial, Fitout and Communications disciplines
• Use Star Group's estimating systems and software

About You

• Electrical trade or relevant qualification — essential
• 5+ years in a qualified electrical trade role in construction — preferred
• 5+ years' estimating experience in electrical construction/industrial — essential
• Confident in estimating software
• Strong stakeholder communication, internal and external
• Sustained accuracy and attention to detail under deadline pressure
• Proven bid and tender process experience
• A value-engineering mindset — you look for the smarter way to price the job

Ready to Join Us?

At Star Group, we back people who take ownership and drive delivery. If you're a motivated Electrical Estimator ready for impactful work with a leading Tier 1 organisation, we want to hear from you.

Star Group believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, including various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds