Electrical Estimator - Intermediate / Senior

New edge group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

New Edge Group in Melbourne, VIC is seeking an experienced Intermediate/Senior Electrical Estimator to join our Victorian team. You will prepare detailed estimates and tender submissions across commercial and industrial electrical projects, reviewing drawings and specifications to ensure competitive bids.

Collaborating with estimating, project and engineering teams, you will manage multiple tenders, apply value-engineering solutions, and maintain accurate estimating records to support project

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within the construction industry.
• Experience estimating commercial and/or industrial electrical projects.
• Electrical trade qualification and/or relevant electrical engineering or construction qualification.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, drawings and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials, labour and installation requirements.
• Experience preparing tenders, take-offs and cost estimates.
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
• Strong computer literacy.
• A positive, professional and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates and tender submissions
• Review drawings, specifications and scopes of work
• Complete accurate quantity take-offs and cost estimates
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Prepare tender documentation and submissions
• Identify project risks, exclusions and opportunities during the tender process
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, builders and clients
• Review project requirements and provide practical value-engineering solutions
• Assist with tender clarifications and post-tender negotiations
• Maintain accurate estimating documentation and records
• Work closely with Project Managers and internal teams during project handover
• Ensure estimates reflect project requirements, specifications and relevant standards

Skills

Electrical estimating

Tender preparation

Quantity take-offs

Project coordination

Electrical systems

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Engineering or construction qualification

Tools

Estimating software

MS Excel

Job description

Melbourne, VIC

Full-Time

Estimate commercial & industrial electrical projects

Electrical Estimator | Intermediate / Senior

About the Role

New Edge Group is seeking an experienced Intermediate/Senior Electrical Estimator to join our Victorian team, based in Melbourne.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator to work across a range of commercial and industrial electrical projects, preparing accurate and competitive tenders while working closely with our estimating, project and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates and tender submissions
• Review drawings, specifications and scopes of work
• Complete accurate quantity take-offs and cost estimates
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Prepare tender documentation and submissions
• Identify project risks, exclusions and opportunities during the tender process
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, builders and clients
• Review project requirements and provide practical value-engineering solutions
• Assist with tender clarifications and post-tender negotiations
• Maintain accurate estimating documentation and records
• Work closely with Project Managers and internal teams during project handover
• Ensure estimates reflect project requirements, specifications and relevant standards

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within the construction industry
• Experience estimating commercial and/or industrial electrical projects
• Electrical trade qualification and/or relevant electrical engineering or construction qualification
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, drawings and specifications
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials, labour and installation requirements
• Experience preparing tenders, take-offs and cost estimates
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines
• Strong computer literacy
• A positive, professional and solutions-focused approach

Why Join New Edge Group?

• Join an established Australian-owned business
• Work across diverse electrical projects
• Be part of New Edge Group's Victorian operations
• Opportunity for ongoing career and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment