Industrial Electrical Estimator for Large-Scale Projects

Scarlett Contracting; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Scarlett Contracting in Melbourne seeks an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our industrial construction team. You will prepare cost estimates for large-scale projects by reviewing blueprints, specs, and tender documents.

Take-offs for materials, labour, and equipment, sourcing quotes, and risk mitigation are core duties. You will collaborate with project managers and engineers to deliver competitive bids.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of electrical estimating experience in large settings.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, and control wiring.
• Proficiency with estimating software.
• Relevant trade qualification or a degree in Electrical Engineering / Construction Management.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project blueprints, specifications, and tender documents.
• Prepare detailed material, labour, and equipment take-offs.
• Source and evaluate competitive quotes from suppliers.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers during bids.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Negotiation

Communication

Project collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Trade qualification

Tools

Estimating software

MS Excel

Job description

Scarlett Contracting in Melbourne seeks an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our industrial construction team. You will prepare cost estimates for large-scale projects by reviewing blueprints, specs, and tender documents.

Take-offs for materials, labour, and equipment, sourcing quotes, and risk mitigation are core duties. You will collaborate with project managers and engineers to deliver competitive bids.