Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

Industry

Specialist Trades & Operator Jobs

Salary/Rate

Up to AU$******.00 per annum

Location

VIC

Type

Full Time

Join a leading electrical contractor in Melbourne as a Senior Estimator. Strong project pipeline, competitive salary and career progression.

• Join a leading electrical contractor based in Melbourne's inner suburbs
• Take ownership of major electrical tenders
• Competitive salary package up to $170k + super with genuine career progression

The Role

As Senior Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for managing the complete estimating and tendering process across a diverse range of commercial and industrial electrical projects.

This is a hands-on position requiring strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness and the ability to independently manage tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the end-to-end estimating process, including tender reviews, cost planning, pricing and final submissions.

• Analyse electrical drawings, specifications, schedules and associated tender documentation.

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates, including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs and project overheads.

• Complete accurate quantity take-offs and develop competitive project pricing.

• Source, review and negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.

• Identify commercial risks, scope gaps, exclusions and opportunities for value engineering.

• Liaise with builders, consultants, clients and internal stakeholders throughout the tendering process.

• Attend tender clarification meetings, site inspections and project reviews where required.

• Prepare tender qualifications, clarifications and supporting documentation.

• Maintain accurate estimating records, pricing databases and supplier information.

• Work closely with Project Managers and delivery teams to ensure effective tender handovers.

• Assist senior management with tender strategies, project feasibility and commercial decision-making.

• Manage multiple tender submissions while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

About You

We're looking for an experienced Electrical Estimator who has a strong understanding of commercial electrical contracting and is confident managing tenders independently.

To be successful, you will ideally have:

• Demonstrated experience as an Electrical Estimator or Senior Electrical Estimator within the commercial or industrial construction sector.

• A proven track record preparing competitive tenders for electrical installation projects.

• Strong technical knowledge of electrical services, including power distribution, lighting, switchboards and associated building services.

• Experience interpreting electrical drawings, specifications and construction documentation.

• Proficiency with electrical estimating software, Bluebeam and Microsoft Excel.

• Strong understanding of labour rates, material costs, supplier pricing and subcontractor packages.

• Experience identifying project risks, variations and value engineering opportunities.

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A high level of attention to detail and commercial awareness.

• An electrical trade background or relevant tertiary qualification will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to $170,000 + super, depending on experience.

• Join an established national electrical contractor with a growing presence in Victoria.

• Strong pipeline of upcoming commercial and industrial electrical projects.

• Opportunity to take ownership of the estimating function and influence tender outcomes.

• Work directly alongside experienced senior management and project delivery teams.

• Supportive working environment with a focus on quality and long-term relationships.

• Genuine opportunities for career progression as the Victorian business continues to expand.

• Long-term stability within an established and growing organisation.

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 16,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Ollie Sproat | ********************* | ************ | ************

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