Electrical Estimator: LV/MV Switchboards & Tendering

HGS Offshore Staffing Solutions; Taguig; On-site; PHP 3,951,000 - 5,268,000; Full time

Job summary

HGS Offshore Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Estimator to support Australian projects from our Manila/Taguig hub. You will review RFQs, prepare BOMs and cost build-ups for LV/MV switchboards, MCCs and control panels, and coordinate with engineering and suppliers to validate designs and methodologies.

The role requires interpreting diagrams and data sheets, applying AS/NZS 61439 and 3000 standards, and delivering timely tender responses with clear risk flags and commercial

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma or trade qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electrotechnology or a related discipline.
• Minimum three years' relevant estimating, tendering, design or manufacturing experience involving LV and/or MV switchboards.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, general arrangements, equipment schedules, specifications, scope documents and data sheets.
• Sound understanding of switchboard and MCC construction, including enclosures, busbar systems, circuit breakers, contactors, protection, metering, control equipment and associated accessories.
• Experience preparing detailed bills of materials, labour build-ups, vendor comparisons and first-principles cost estimates.
• Working knowledge of applicable Australian and international standards, including AS/NZS 61439, AS/NZS 3000, AS 2067 and the IEC 62271 series, or the ability to rapidly develop this knowledge.
• Strong Microsoft Excel capability and experience using estimating, ERP, document-control or quotation systems.
• High standard of written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate clearly with Australian stakeholders and suppliers.
• Strong commercial judgement, organisation, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tender deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review requests for quotation, tender documents, technical specifications, drawings, equipment schedules and client requirements to establish the full scope of supply.
• Identify ambiguities, exclusions, interfaces, risks and missing information, and prepare clear requests for information for review by the Australian team.
• Develop detailed bills of materials and equipment schedules for LV and MV switchboards, MCCs, distribution boards, control panels and related electrical assemblies.
• Prepare first-principles material, labour, engineering, testing, packing, freight and subcontract cost build-ups using approved rates and estimating systems.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations, confirm inclusions and exclusions, and prepare like-for-like commercial comparisons.
• Coordinate with engineering and manufacturing stakeholders to validate designs, production hours, testing requirements, delivery constraints and proposed methodologies.
• Develop compliant alternatives and value-engineering options where they provide a technical or commercial benefit to CE Group or the client.
• Maintain traceable estimate files containing tender documents, assumptions, calculations, quotations, clarifications, revisions and approval records.
• Support the Australian team with post-tender clarifications, scope reviews, negotiations, tender revisions and final offer preparation.
• Participate in estimating reviews and communicate tender status, risks, outstanding information and required decisions clearly and promptly

Skills

Interpretation

Commercial judgement

Multitasking

English communication

Education

Electrical Engineering / Electrotechnology degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating systems

ERP

Document-control systems

Job description

HGS Offshore Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Estimator to support Australian projects from our Manila/Taguig hub. You will review RFQs, prepare BOMs and cost build-ups for LV/MV switchboards, MCCs and control panels, and coordinate with engineering and suppliers to validate designs and methodologies.

The role requires interpreting diagrams and data sheets, applying AS/NZS 61439 and 3000 standards, and delivering timely tender responses with clear risk flags and commercial