Senior Electrical Estimator - HV Substations & BESS

Acciona S.A

Melbourne

Hybrid

AUD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

ACCIONA in Australia seeks a Senior Electrical Estimator specializing in HV substations (AIS/GIS) and Battery Energy Storage Systems. You will develop cost estimates from first principles, coordinate procurement strategies, and support tenders across regions.

Strong CCS/Candy, Excel, and Power BI skills are essential. The role focuses on high voltage infrastructure, energy storage, and grid connections within a national transmission context, offering opportunities to influence bid approaches and

Qualifications

Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, or a Trade Electrical qualification with on-site experience.

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.