Electrical Estimator

Utech; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Tenders exposure

Support from senior staff

Skills development

Team environment

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Utech in Sydney seeks an Electrical Estimator to assist with preparing accurate, competitive tenders for electrical construction projects. The role suits someone with strong understanding of electrical installations and construction who enjoys reviewing drawings, working with numbers and developing practical, cost-effective solutions.

The position is based at our Milperra office, with occasional site inspections and tender meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience or qualifications in electrical estimating, electrical contracting or electrical engineering, gained in Australia or overseas.
• Solid understanding of commercial electrical installations and construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications and scopes of work.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Clear spoken and written communication skills.
• Good organisation and the ability to manage competing tender deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review tender drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project documentation.
• Complete detailed quantity take-offs for electrical systems.
• Prepare estimates covering labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors and preliminaries.
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations, checking pricing, scope and exclusions.
• Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, project risks and opportunities for cost savings.
• Prepare tender queries, clarifications, inclusions, exclusions and qualifications.
• Assess installation methods, access requirements, construction programmes and labour allowances.
• Assist with design-and-construct tenders and value-engineering alternatives.
• Prepare tender submissions and update pricing for addenda and revised documentation.
• Liaise with builders, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
• Maintain estimating records, pricing information and tender registers.
• Assist with tender reviews, negotiations and handover of successful tenders to the project team.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Clear spoken and written communication

Attention to detail

Good organisation

Education

Electrical estimating/contracting/engineering background

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

Electrical estimating software

Job description

Utech is an established Sydney electrical contractor delivering major projects across the commercial, health, education, industrial, residential and aged-care sectors.

We are seeking an Electrical Estimator to join our team and assist with preparing accurate, competitive tenders for electrical construction projects.

The opportunity

This role would suit someone with a strong understanding of electrical installations and construction who enjoys reviewing drawings, working with numbers and developing practical, cost-effective solutions.

• An experienced Electrical Estimator looking to join an established contractor
• An Australian electrician or supervisor looking to move from the tools into estimating
• An overseas-qualified electrical estimator or engineer with commercial construction experience
• An electrical project coordinator seeking to develop a career in estimating

An Australian electrical licence is not essential for this position. However, you must have a solid understanding of electrical installations, construction processes and electrical contracting.

The position will be primarily based at our Milperra office, with occasional attendance at site inspections and tender meetings.

Key responsibilities

• Review tender drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project documentation
• Complete detailed quantity take-offs for electrical systems
• Prepare estimates covering labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors and preliminaries
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations, checking pricing, scope and exclusions
• Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, project risks and opportunities for cost savings
• Prepare tender queries, clarifications, inclusions, exclusions and qualifications
• Assess installation methods, access requirements, construction programmes and labour allowances
• Assist with design-and-construct tenders and value-engineering alternatives
• Prepare tender submissions and update pricing for addenda and revised documentation
• Liaise with builders, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process
• Maintain estimating records, pricing information and tender registers
• Assist with tender reviews, negotiations and handover of successful tenders to the project team

About you

To be successful, you will have:

• Experience or qualifications in electrical estimating, electrical contracting or electrical engineering, gained in Australia or overseas
• A solid understanding of commercial electrical installations and construction methods
• The ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications and scopes of work
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Clear spoken and written communication skills
• Good organisation and the ability to manage competing tender deadlines
• The confidence to clarify requirements and follow up suppliers, subcontractors and builders
• A practical approach to identifying risks and developing cost-effective solutions
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership of assigned tenders

Previous electrical estimating experience and familiarity with Australian construction practices will be highly regarded. Experience with Bluebeam, electrical estimating software or similar take-off platforms will be advantageous.

Candidates with strong practical electrical experience who are transitioning into estimating are also encouraged to apply. Training and support can be provided to the right candidate.

What Utech offers

• A permanent full-time position with an established electrical contractor
• Exposure to substantial construction tenders across a range of sectors
• Support from experienced estimating, project delivery and senior management staff
• Opportunities to develop your estimating, commercial and technical knowledge
• A professional and supportive team environment
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and capability

All applications will be treated confidentially.