Estimator - Electrical Distribution

MPAU Manufacturing; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MPAU Manufacturing in Newcastle–Maitland area is seeking an Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for electrical distribution projects. You will review drawings, scopes, and tender documents, and perform quantity take-offs for labour, materials, plant and subcontractors.

Experience in utilities, electrical construction or civil infrastructure is valued, along with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and use estimating software.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator, Junior Estimator or Project Engineer
• Background in utilities, electrical construction or civil infrastructure
• Exposure to electrical distribution network projects highly regarded
• Understanding of overhead and underground electrical infrastructure
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and estimating software

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for distribution projects
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and tender documents
• Complete quantity take-offs for labour, materials, plant and subcontractors
• Source and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Assist with pricing strategies, project planning and construction methodologies
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities during tender preparation
• Support bid submissions, clarifications and client responses
• Liaise with engineering, procurement and delivery teams throughout the tender process

Skills

Estimator experience

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Interpret drawings

Problem-solving

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Join a growing utilities contractor delivering essential electrical distribution infrastructure projects across the utility sector. Play a key role in preparing accurate estimates and competitive tenders for overhead and underground network works.

Our client is a market leading tier 1 contractor delivering electrical distribution infrastructure projects. They offer a stable project pipeline, supportive culture and ongoing career development opportunities.

Description

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for distribution projects
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and tender documents
• Complete quantity take-offs for labour, materials, plant and subcontractors
• Source and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Assist with pricing strategies, project planning and construction methodologies
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities during tender preparation
• Support bid submissions, clarifications and client responses
• Liaise with engineering, procurement and delivery teams throughout the tender process

Profile

A successful Estimator should have:

• Experience as an Estimator, Junior Estimator or Project Engineer
• Background in utilities, electrical construction or civil infrastructure
• Exposure to electrical distribution network projects highly regarded
• Understanding of overhead and underground electrical infrastructure
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and estimating software

Job Offer

• Secure role with a growing and established utilities contractor
• Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities
• Supportive team environment with a competitive salary package and relocation package