Job Description
Seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for major electrical construction projects, including containment, cabling, switchboards, power distribution, earthing, testing and commissioning. The role requires strong hands-on knowledge of electrical construction methodologies, labour productivity and project delivery to develop detailed cost plans and competitive tender submissions.
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Our client is a growing specialist electrical contractor delivering complex high-voltage, industrial and critical infrastructure projects across Australia. The business has built a strong reputation for its expertise in electrical installation, connection and commissioning, with a particular focus on data centres and large-scale power infrastructure
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Description
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Prepare detailed estimates and tender submissions for electrical construction, infrastructure and high-voltage projects.
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Develop accurate labour build-ups for containment, cabling, switchboards, earthing, testing and commissioning works.
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Review drawings, specifications and project documentation to identify scope, risks and opportunities.
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Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing for cable tray, ladder, conduit, power distribution and electrical equipment installations.
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Develop practical construction methodologies, installation sequences and project execution strategies.
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Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure competitive and accurate pricing.
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Collaborate with project managers,



engineers and operational teams during bid preparation and project handover.
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Monitor tender outcomes, analyse project performance against estimates and continually improve estimating accuracy and productivity assumptions.
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Profile
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A successful Senior Estimator should have:
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A results-driven approach to meet deadlines and project goals. Proven experience estimating complete electrical construction packages across industrial, infrastructure or major projects.
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Strong understanding of cable containment, cabling, switchboards, power distribution, earthing and commissioning works.
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Ability to build detailed labour allowances and construction methodologies from first principles.
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Experience pricing complex projects involving access constraints, shutdowns, live environments and multiple stakeholder interfaces.
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Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify risks, scope gaps and value engineering opportunities.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across delivery and bid teams.
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Trade or tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Trades or a related discipline are highly regarded.
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Job Offer
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Competitive salary range.
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Superannuation benefits included.
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Permanent, full time position based in Sydney.
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Opportunities to work on impactful HV projects in the energy industry.
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📌 Senior Estimator (New South Wales)
🏢 MPAU Manufacturing
📍 New South Wales