Lead Electrical Estimator, HV Substations & BESS

ACCIONA; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shape bids for energy transition

Work with experts in complex tenders

Global leader in civil infrastructure

Contribute to national transmission Up

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator for substations and Battery Energy Storage Systems to develop accurate cost estimates and competitive proposals for HV projects across national tenders in Australia. You will apply First Principles estimating, CCS/Candy, Expert Estimation, Excel and Power BI, coordinating procurement, assessing risk, and presenting findings to senior management and clients.

A degree/diploma in electrical engineering (or trade qualification with on-site experience)

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a Trade Electrical qualification with on-site experience.
• 6+ years' experience in engineering, project delivery, or related technical roles within infrastructure, utilities, or construction.
• Includes a minimum of 4+ years' estimating experience on major infrastructure projects, preferably transmission lines, HV systems, substations or electrical infrastructure.
• Proficient in CCS/Candy, Expert Estimation, Excel, and Power BI.
• First Principles estimating skills and ability to interpret drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for HV substations (AIS/GIS) and BESS from first principles (materials, plant, labour, subcontractor pricing).
• Coordinate procurement and tendering strategies, including subcontractor pricing and bid meetings.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage provisional sums/contingency allowances.
• Prepare estimate basis documents, WBS, and bridging documents for cost tracking.
• Present estimates and cost reports to senior management and clients.
• Apply CCS/Candy, Expert Estimation, Excel, and Power BI for estimating and reporting.

Skills

First Principles estimating

CCS/Candy

Expert Estimation

Excel

Power BI

Education

Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Trade Electrical qualification with on-site experience

Tools

CCS/Candy

Excel

Power BI

Expert Estimation

Job description

ACCIONA is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator for substations and Battery Energy Storage Systems to develop accurate cost estimates and competitive proposals for HV projects across national tenders in Australia. You will apply First Principles estimating, CCS/Candy, Expert Estimation, Excel and Power BI, coordinating procurement, assessing risk, and presenting findings to senior management and clients.

A degree/diploma in electrical engineering (or trade qualification with on-site experience)