An established industry leading electrical services contractor is looking for an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their growing team in Melbourne, Port Melbourne.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of electrical tenders across a range of commercial, industrial and critical infrastructure projects, working closely with the pre-construction, project delivery and commercial teams.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical construction and be confident taking a project from initial documentation through to a competitive and accurate tender submission.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare accurate and competitive electrical tenders and estimates.
- Review project documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes of work.
- Complete detailed material, labour and subcontractor take-offs.
- Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations.
- Identify project risks, exclusions, variations and commercial opportunities.
- Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers and the wider delivery team.
- Assist with tender presentations, negotiations and handovers.
- Maintain accurate estimating documentation and pricing records.
- Contribute to improving estimating processes and maintaining strong project margins.

About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:





- Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within an electrical contractor or building services environment.
- Robust knowledge of electrical construction methodologies, materials and installation.
- Experience estimating commercial, industrial, infrastructure or other complex electrical projects.
- The ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and scopes.
- Strong understanding of labour, material and subcontractor pricing.
- Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- The ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously.
- Relevant electrical engineering, trade or construction qualifications are advantageous.

What's on Offer

- $115,000 - $135,000 + Super, depending on experience.
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of technically interesting projects.
- Strong career progression within an established electrical contractor.
- Close collaboration with experienced project and commercial teams.
- A role with genuine ownership across the estimating and pre-construction process.
- Long-term opportunity within a growing business.

Apply
If you're an experienced Electrical Estimator looking for your next opportunity and interested in working across a strong pipeline of commercial and critical projects, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Connor Gwilliam at Design & Build for a confidential discussion.

📌 Electrical Estimator (Port Melbourne)
🏢 Design And Build Recruitment
📍 Port Melbourne