Senior Electrical Estimator — Substations & Transmission

UGL; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program with AIA Vitality

Discounts through partnerships

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

UGL is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in its Utilities Division, based in Brisbane or Sydney. You will deliver accurate tender cost estimates for substations and transmission lines, using UGL estimating tools.

The role requires coordinating with internal experts, suppliers and operations to ensure precise, timely pricing for client proposals. The ideal candidate has a background in electrical construction or energy projects, strong negotiation skills, and a detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in engineering is desirable.
• At least 5 years of experience in project related disciplines, with electrical trade background desirable.
• Experience with Expert Estimation, CCS or CATS is desirable.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Customer focused, team-oriented, accountable and results-driven.
• Ability to adapt, learn quickly and apply new skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate cost estimates for materials, subcontractor and labour pricing.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to gather information for tenders.
• Maintain regular contact with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure pricing and product availability is up to date and accurate.
• Complete final pricing submission for presentation to the client.
• Consult with operational departments to determine the accuracy of tenders won and completed.
• Ensure compliance is adhered to for all record-keeping associated with the tender.
• Recommend and update procedures and programs to improve the estimating function.
• Provide cost advice to our current projects.

Skills

Electrical estimation

Construction/energy

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering degree/diploma

Tools

Expert Estimation

CCS

CATS

Job description

UGL is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in its Utilities Division, based in Brisbane or Sydney. You will deliver accurate tender cost estimates for substations and transmission lines, using UGL estimating tools.

The role requires coordinating with internal experts, suppliers and operations to ensure precise, timely pricing for client proposals. The ideal candidate has a background in electrical construction or energy projects, strong negotiation skills, and a detail-oriented approach.