Senior Electrical Estimator, Substations and BESS

Acciona S.A; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

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.

Skills

Estimating experience

First principles estimating

Communication with senior management

BBenefit cost reporting

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or diploma

Trade electrical qualification with on-site experience

Tools

CCS/Candy

Expert Estimation

Excel

Power BI

Job description

**ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.****Job Description****Benefits*** Shape bids that power national energy transition* Work with experts in complex infrastructure tenders* Build estimating capability across a growing team* Influence methodology for major HV line projects* Join a global leader delivering complex civil works* Contribute to critical national transmission upgrades**About the Project**ACCIONA delivers complex civil and infrastructure projects across Australia. Our Transmission team supports national tenders that strengthen networks across varied terrain. You help shape bids that support energy transition and long term infrastructure resilience. **About the Opportunity/Position**The Senior Electrical Estimator – Substations/BESS develops accurate, timely, and compliant cost estimates and proposals for electrical infrastructure projects. The role's primary focus is on high-voltage substations (AIS/GIS) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).As part of a national transmission and energy team, the estimator supports tenders across multiple regions, bringing specialist expertise in substations and energy storage systems, including grid connections and balance-of-plant scope.**What are the key accountabilities for the position?*** 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**Required Skills and Competencies*** 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, high-voltage (HV) systems, substations, or electrical infrastructure* Proficient in CCS/Candy, Expert Estimation, Excel, and Power BI* First Principles estimating skills, ability to interpret drawings*ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.*