Electrical Estimator - Switchboards

ADD STAFF, Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ADD STAFF, Inc. in Australia is seeking an experienced Switchboard Electrical Estimator based in Sydney or Brisbane.

You will leverage your strong MV/LV switchboard knowledge and commercial acumen to deliver accurate, competitive estimates for major electrical infrastructure projects. Collaborating with engineering, design, and production teams across the national network, you will prepare detailed cost estimates, support bid strategies, and ensure smooth handovers to Project Managers after

Qualifications

• Experience estimating electrical projects and switchboards across MV/LV.
• Proficient with tender documents, pricing data, and cost calculations.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Identify new project opportunities and manage tender pipeline.
• Review tender docs, drawings, and specs to define scope.
• Create detailed cost estimates from data and history.
• Develop bid strategies and tender submissions for board review.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to hand over after winning.
• Maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors for pricing and scope.
• Report bidding risks and improve estimation processes.

Skills

Electrical estimating

MV/LV switchboards

Tendering/pricing

Stakeholder comms

MS Office

Education

Trade Qualified Electrician

Degree in Electrical Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

WinEst

Espro

CostX

Job description

Our client is a well-established national provider within the electrical sector andamanufacturing specialist focusing on the design, manufacture, testing, and installation of electrical switchboards, transformer kiosks, and industrial installations. With over 50 years of industry experience, they have been a national leader in delivering high-quality, Australian-made electrical solutions across all Australian states and territories. As their business expands, we are recruiting an experienced ElectricalEstimator,with career opportunities to join an established business delivering projects across the infrastructure, utilities, and industrial sectors.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Switchboard Electrical Estimator who can be based in either Sydney or Brisbane. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical capability across MV/LV switchboards, switchrooms, kiosks, and power distribution systems, combined with the commercial acumen to deliver accurate and competitive estimates.
You will collaborate with engineering, design, and production teams across our national network, supporting the successful delivery of major projects and contributing to ongoing product development and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will bring a proven track record in electrical estimating, specifically across MV/LV switchboards, switchrooms, kiosks, and power distribution systems. You will also collaborate with the engineering, design, and production teams across their national network, supporting major projects and contributing to product development.

• Identify new project opportunities through multiple platforms and manage the ongoing pipeline of upcoming estimates.
• Review tender documents, project drawings, and technical specifications to completely understand the project requirements and scope of work.
• Create detailed, competitive project cost estimates based on tender files, historical pricing data, and expert cost calculations.
• Help develop proposal bid strategies and build the final tender submission documents, including summaries for board review, work methods, and construction schedules.
• Work with engineering, operational, and project teams to design innovative solutions and complete smooth handovers to the Project Manager after winning a project.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to gather pricing information, finalize bids, and confirm project scopes.
• Provide early reports on bidding and estimating risks that need mitigation, keep accurate historical records, track tender outcomes, and update management while improving estimation processes.

What you will bring

• 5 years of experience as anelectricalestimator specifically in the electrical or switchboard industry
• Trade Qualified Electrician, or a degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field
• Demonstrated background in pricing MV/LV switchboards, switchrooms, kiosks or related equipment
• Proven background in the industrial sector is highly regarded
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, design, installation, and relevant sector codes and regulations
• Proficiency in Estimating Software tools such as WinEst,Espro,CostXor similar,
• Familiarity with project management tools and systems is an advantage
• High level computer literacy especially Microsoft Office Tools

What's in it for you

• Long-term career and professional development opportunities within an established national group.
• Market-leading remuneration package with salary sacrifice options.
• Access to additional employee benefits and perks.
• Join an equal opportunity employer that is genuinely committed to supporting workforce diversity.