Senior Electrical Estimator - LV Switchboards & Controls

Bentrol; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bentrol in Melbourne/Bendigo is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead tendering, pricing strategy, and technical review for LV switchboards and related control systems. You will collaborate across engineering, project management, and senior leadership to develop accurate estimates and winning bids.

The role offers senior-level influence over estimating approaches, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and shape estimating capability in a growing Australian-owned manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical estimating, ideally in a senior capacity.
• Strong technical knowledge of LV switchboards, control systems, BMS, PLCs, and industrial automation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications for electrical and mechanical services.
• Familiarity with Australian Standards including AS 3000, AS 61439, and AS 5368.
• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Project Management, Leadership, or similar.
• Excellent commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• High-level negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed estimates for LV switchboards, control systems, and associated electrical scopes.
• Review RFQs, specifications, and drawings to determine scope, risks, and pricing strategy.
• Manage multiple tenders concurrently and consistently meet submission deadlines.
• Conduct pre- and post-tender negotiations with clients and suppliers.
• Develop value-engineered solutions that balance performance, cost, and compliance.
• Prepare initial designs and Bills of Materials for tender packages.
• Identify and support new business opportunities within utilities, mining, energy, and infrastructure markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, project management, and senior leadership through tender and project handover stages.
• Maintain internal cost libraries, pricing databases, and estimating tools.
• Assist the Sales Engineering Manager in a 2IC capacity.
• Mentor and support junior estimators to improve consistency and capability.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Tendering

Pricing strategy

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Quantity Surveying degree

Construction Management degree

Project Management degree

Tools

MS Office

Estimating tools

Pricing databases

Job description

Bentrol in Melbourne/Bendigo is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead tendering, pricing strategy, and technical review for LV switchboards and related control systems. You will collaborate across engineering, project management, and senior leadership to develop accurate estimates and winning bids.

The role offers senior-level influence over estimating approaches, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and shape estimating capability in a growing Australian-owned manufacturer.