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.

- Prospect 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 | ••••@marble.com.au | 03 •••• •200 | 04•• ••• 604

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📌 Senior Estimator (Melbourne)
🏢 Marble
📍 Melbourne