Senior Estimator Electrical

Samsung C&T, Engineering & Construction; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Employee benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Sydney is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the estimation for transmission line and substation projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the industry, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage comprehensive project estimates. This role offers competitive remuneration and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Estimating Manager in Australia.
• Knowledge of Australian Environmental legislation.
• Experience with EPC project challenges and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimation team in pricing for projects.
• Prepare and deliver estimates to clients.
• Continuously monitor project expenditures and update estimates.

Skills

Transmission Line and Substation Estimation

Budgeting of renewable energy EPC projects

Advanced communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Tertiary qualifications in engineering

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Estimator to lead in the pricing development for Transmission Lines and Substation projects.

The Senior Estimator role is a seasoned professional position that is pivotal in generating and presenting project estimates, spanning from initial take-offs to final cost assessments for all project inputs. Reporting directly to the Bid Manager, the Estimator routinely engages with Business Development, Engineering, and Operations disciplines.

Your expertise and experience will lead a high performing estimation team and include oversight and strategy in delivering safe, quality, innovative, cost effective and compliant pricing of projects.

You will have advanced strategies relating to procurement, planning, risk control, project management, stakeholder management, reporting, safety, quality, and environment/sustainability.

As a strong leader you will develop and mentor your team and be able to relate to all levels of the team. As the Senior Estimator you will be able to lead your team through the effective communication of priorities.

• Transmission Line and/or Substation Estimation specialist
• Budgeting of renewable energy EPC project (Including Indicative Price)
• Thoroughly analyse project requisites and specifications to devise cost estimates encompassing materials, labour, and equipment. Knowledge of renewable energy project development procedure.
• Compile comprehensive project estimates by factoring in labour and material expenses, subcontractor quotations, and overhead costs
• Conduct comprehensive quantity take-offs and cost computations based on project schematics and specifications.
• Evaluate and facilitate negotiations with multiple vendors and subcontractors to ensure both competitive pricing and quality.
• Continuously monitor project expenditures and update estimates as necessary throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and deliver estimates to clients, effectively addressing any queries or concerns they may have
• Proficiency in tracking actual project costs against estimates and identifying discrepancies to make necessary adjustments
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure that all project cost components are accurately accounted for in estimates
• Estimating from first principles

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering or equivalent
• 5 years' + proven experience as an Estimating Manager across the Transmission Line and Substation sector in Australia
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Transmission Line and Substations -EPC projects and the unique challenges and opportunities they present.
• Knowledge of Australian Environmental legislation
• Familiarity with relevant Australian Standards
• Proven ability in planning, multi-tasking and delivering quality outcomes to deadline within a high-pressure environment

If you are seeking a role where you can further enhance your skills and make a meaningful contribution to business growth and direction, then we would love to hear from you. We offer competitive remuneration and a number of employee benefits.

Please note: This role is being sourced through Samsung C&T directly and we will not accept applications via external agencies.