Electrical Estimator – Multidisciplinary Infra

BMD Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

BMD Group is seeking an Electrical Estimator based in Wentworth Point, Sydney, to develop detailed first-principles estimates for electrical works within integrated civil, structural and electrical projects. Collaborate with engineering, construction, procurement and estimating teams to deliver competitive tender solutions.

You’ll challenge methodologies, identify value engineering opportunities and help shape BMD’s electrical estimating approach as the capability grows, while aligning with

Qualifications

• Electrical estimating experience within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 civil contractor environment.
• Experience producing first-principles estimates for multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to water, wastewater, renewables, energy or similarly complex infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, equipment and construction methodologies.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, specifications and technical documentation.
• Understanding of electrical interfaces across civil, structural, mechanical and process scopes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using Expert Estimation, CATS or comparable estimating software.
• Sound commercial judgement when negotiating supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Strong eye for scope gaps, project risk and value engineering opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed first-principles estimates covering electrical labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors and associated costs
• Interrogate drawings, schematics, specifications and tender documentation to fully understand scope, interfaces and project risks
• Complete material take-offs and develop scopes of work, supplier enquiries and subcontractor pricing packages
• Work across civil, structural, engineering, procurement and delivery disciplines to build coordinated tender solutions
• Assess electrical interfaces with civil, structural, mechanical and process works
• Source, assess and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations, including commercial negotiations
• Identify alternative methodologies, value engineering opportunities and cost-effective technical solutions
• Assess tender risks and uncertainties and incorporate appropriate mitigation and contingency measures
• Ensure estimates respond to client requirements, technical specifications and the proposed construction methodology
• Maintain accurate estimating records and supporting bid documentation
• Keep across relevant technologies, construction methods and estimating practices within the renewables, water and wastewater markets.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Tier 1/2 experience

Excel

Tools

Expert Estimation

CATS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

BMD Group is seeking an Electrical Estimator based in Wentworth Point, Sydney, to develop detailed first-principles estimates for electrical works within integrated civil, structural and electrical projects. Collaborate with engineering, construction, procurement and estimating teams to deliver competitive tender solutions.

You’ll challenge methodologies, identify value engineering opportunities and help shape BMD’s electrical estimating approach as the capability grows, while aligning with