Estimating Manager - Transmission Lines

Samsung C&T Corporation Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung C&T Corporation Australia in Melbourne seeks an Estimating Manager for Transmission Lines to own the end-to-end estimation process for large-scale projects. You will mentor electrical, civil and mechanical estimators and collaborate with project teams to produce accurate, persuasive cost proposals.

The role requires extensive bid/tender experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex contracts (EPC, ECI).

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• 15+ years experience to support bid/tender phase.
• Familiar with complex contract structures (EPC, ECI, and Managing Contractor frameworks).
• Proficiency in first-principles estimating software (Candy, Expert Estimation, or Benchmark).
• Experience in Transmission Line projects.
• Experience with HV & LV Systems.
• Experience in an EPC environment managing project design scope, schedule, and budget.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Work well under pressure.
• Collaboration skill in multi-disciplinary organisation.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end estimation process for large-scale Transmission Line projects.
• Guide and mentor a multidisciplinary team of Electrical, Civil, and Mechanical estimators.
• Identify and price risks regarding logistics, FIFO labor, and long-lead equipment.
• Collaborate with global OEMs for major equipment procurement.
• Present tier-1 commercial proposals to executive leadership and client bodies.
• Coordinate effectively with project managers, cost controllers, planners, and engineers to review and finalise estimates.
• Continuously monitor project expenditures and update estimates as necessary throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and deliver estimates to clients, effectively addressing queries or concerns they may have.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Collaborative teamwork

Work under pressure

Education

Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Candy

Expert Estimation

Benchmark

Job description

Estimating Manager - Transmission Lines

Creating FutureScape - Solution for a Better Sustainable World

Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group is a leading engineering, procurement and construction company, built on core principles of safety, integrity, trust, authenticity & challenge. We have worked diligently to deliver the best value-added services to our clients by utilizing our top-tier talent and technical expertise in diverse fields such as architecture, civil engineering, plant, housing & green energy businesses.

By bringing together the most exceptional technology and capabilities, we create solutions for a better world and achieve sustainable growth. Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group is a leading engineering, procurement and construction company, built on core principles of safety, integrity, and appreciation. Samsung C&T has long been active in the green energy business and continues to explore additional innovative renewable energy solutions.

We are seeking an Estimating Manager - Transmission Lines based in Melbourne.

About the Role

• Own the end-to-end estimation process for large-scale Transmission Line projects.


• Guide and mentor a multidisciplinary team of Electrical, Civil, and Mechanical estimators.


• Identify and price risks regarding logistics, FIFO labor, and long-lead equipment.


• Collaborate with global OEMs for major equipment procurement.


• Present tier-1 commercial proposals to executive leadership and client bodies.


• Coordinate effectively with project managers, cost controllers, planners, and engineers to review and finalise estimates


• Continuously monitor project expenditures and update estimates as necessary throughout the project lifecycle


• Prepare and deliver estimates to clients, effectively addressing any queries or concerns they may have Relevant Technical Knowledge relating to Product Specifications


• Maintain and manage comprehensive documentation and records of estimates, ensuring their accuracy and completeness


• Strong analytical and mathematical skills to evaluate and analyse data, trends, and variables influencing project costs


• Proficiency in tracking actual project costs against estimates and identifying discrepancies to make necessary adjustments


• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure that all project cost components are accurately accounted for in estimates

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering


• Experience 15+ years to support bid/tender phase


• Deep familiarity with complex contract structures (EPC, ECI, and Managing Contractor frameworks).


• Proficiency in first-principles estimating software (e.g., Candy, Expert Estimation, or Benchmark).


• Experience in Transmission Line projects


• Experienced with HV & LV Systems


• Experience in an EPC environment managing project design scope, schedule, and budget


• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills


• Work well under pressure


• Collaboration skill in multi-disciplinary organisation

Samsung C&T Corporation is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams.