Electrical Estimator: Own the Bid-to-Project Pipeline

JD LIGHTING ELECTRICAL SERVICES PTY LTD; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, full-time position

Ownership of estimating function

Career development opportunities

Job summary

JD Lighting Electrical Services Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to own the estimating process for profitable residential and commercial projects across Brisbane. The role combines estimating with site visits, client meetings and business development to build a strong pipeline of work.

You’ll work closely with management and the electrical team to price, document scope and handover projects while identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring profitability.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating residential and commercial electrical projects.
• Ability to interpret drawings, plans and specifications.
• Experience independently preparing quotations, cost estimates and tenders.
• Strong commercial judgement and a clear understanding of project profitability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant estimating software.
• A current driver’s licence and willingness to attend site meetings and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Complete accurate material take‑offs and labour estimates.
• Prepare detailed quotations and competitive tender submissions.
• Obtain and negotiate supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Allow for project costs, margins, contingencies and risks.
• Clearly document scope, exclusions and assumptions, and identify practical cost savings.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and current pricing information.
• Follow up quotations and tenders to convert opportunities into projects.
• Attend site inspections, client meetings and project discussions.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Interpret drawings

Client negotiation

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Education

Electrical trade qualifications

Tools

Simpro

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JD Lighting Electrical Services Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to own the estimating process for profitable residential and commercial projects across Brisbane. The role combines estimating with site visits, client meetings and business development to build a strong pipeline of work.

You’ll work closely with management and the electrical team to price, document scope and handover projects while identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring profitability.