Electrical Estimator

323 Recruitment; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Diverse electrical projects

Career development

Job summary

323 Recruitment is seeking a Senior Estimator – Electrical for Hamilton. The role combines estimating, design, project management and client relationships across mid-to-large electrical projects in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions.

You will work with clients, consultants and suppliers to develop competitive tenders, provide technical solutions and ensure profitable outcomes from tender through to completion, with senior leadership support.

Qualifications

• Must be an experienced electrical estimator with strong tendering skills.
• Proven ability to develop competitive offers and technical solutions.
• Good understanding of commercial electrical installations and contracts.
• Ability to interpret plans, specs and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates, tenders, budgets and project variations.
• Estimate and manage mid-range to large electrical projects.
• Design electrical services and infrastructure solutions.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and suppliers.
• Monitor project profitability and cost control through delivery.
• Ensure quality, safety and compliance on projects.

Skills

Estimating & tendering

Client relationships

Project coordination

Communication

Education

NZ Electrical Registration & Practising Licence

Tools

CAD

Job description

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Senior Estimator – Electrical

Hamilton | Waikato / Bay of Plenty

Take ownership of major electrical projects and make an impact

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Estimator to join an established and growing electrical contracting business based in Hamilton.

This is an opportunity to step into a key role where you’ll combine estimating, design, project management, commercial oversight and client relationships across a diverse range of mid-to-large electrical projects throughout the Hamilton, Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions.

If you’re commercially minded, technically strong and enjoy being involved from the initial tender through to project completion, this could be the next step in your career.

About the role

Working closely with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal delivery teams, you’ll be responsible for developing competitive tenders, providing technical solutions and ensuring projects are commercially successful.

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects while working closely with senior leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates, tenders, quotations, budgets and project variations.
• Estimate and manage mid-range to large electrical projects.
• Design electrical services and infrastructure solutions.
• Interpret plans, specifications and contract documentation.
• Develop and maintain drawings and project documentation.
• Prepare professional technical documentation and job packs for project handover.
• Manage awarded projects through planning, delivery, cost control, invoicing and completion.
• Monitor project profitability and undertake post-project cost reviews.
• Coordinate the production of as-built documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal teams.
• Attend project, design and management meetings.
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve competitive pricing.
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to business development.
• Provide technical support to field teams, including specialist electrical systems where required.
• Ensure projects are delivered to the required quality, safety and compliance standards.
• Support continuous improvement, training and professional development.

About you

We’re looking for an experienced electrical professional who can combine strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness.

You will ideally have:

• NZ Electrical Registration and a current Practising Licence.
• Minimum 5 years' electrical industry experience.
• Proven experience estimating and managing mid-range to large electrical projects.
• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical installations and infrastructure.
• A thorough understanding of AS/NZS 3000:2018 and associated standards.
• Knowledge of specialist requirements, including medical and generation systems.
• Strong ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and contracts.
• CAD experience is preferred.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness with a focus on project profitability.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tenders, projects and deadlines.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• A team-first attitude and the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.

What’s on offer?

This is a genuine opportunity to join a respected electrical contracting business where your experience, ideas and initiative will be valued.

You’ll receive:

• Competitive remuneration based on experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Diverse and challenging electrical projects.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and have a genuine influence on the business.