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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
Key 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
About you
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