Electrical Estimator

Star Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 additional leave days (Leisure Days

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Defined career pathways and leadership

Organisation-wide mentoring program

Recognition and reward programs

Job summary

Star Group’s Canberra branch is seeking an Electrical Estimator who will take ownership of regional tenders and price them to maximize project success. The role demands accuracy, commercial judgement, and timely submissions across Electrical Construction, Industrial, Fitout and Communications.

You’ll join a team with nearly 70 years of history, exposure to high-value government and health-sector projects, and benefits supporting work-life balance such as leisure days, EAP, mentoring, and defined

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification is required.
• 5+ years in an electrical trade role in construction preferred.
• 5+ years estimating experience in electrical construction/industrial essential.
• Proficiency with estimating software.
• Strong communication with stakeholders; high attention to detail under deadlines.
• Proven bid and tender process experience.
• Value-engineering mindset to price smarter.

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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Bid & tender experience

Ownership & accountability

Value-engineering mindset

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Tools

Star Group 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