
Lead Estimator
Design & Build
Posted 21 days ago
Position: Lead Estimator
Salary: $260k
Company: Tier 1 Contractor
Location: Sydney
Projects: Energy - HV, Transmission Lines, Substations
Typical Size: $500m and upwards
NSW is going to home to some of Australia's most ambitious energy projects, including the construction REZ projects - rolling out 500kv Transmission lines and substations.
We have an opportunity for a Lead Estimator to join a global tier 1 contractor - a key strategic hire that will have a real impact on the growth of the companies activities in the energy & power sector in the coming years.
This contractor has delivered some of the most complex projects and can offer you the chance to work on the bidding of a number of key projects in Australia's Energy transition.
Looking for a leader who can establish the estimating systems & process on major projects, as well as wants to grow and mentor a team.
Key Responsibilities of Lead Estimator :
- Lead the end-to-end estimating process on major bids ($500M+) for energy projects.
- Collaborate with design, engineering, and procurement teams during tender development
- Analyse risks, program impacts, and pricing strategies
- Build and mentor a growing estimating function.
- Engage with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure market-aligned pricing
What you can bring
- 10+ years’ estimating experience within large electrical infrastructure projects.
- Proven experience in winning $200m+ energy infrastructure projects.
- Experience with 330kv, 500kv projects is highly regarded.
- Experience using Candy would be preferred
- Desire to shape and influence a new market presence
All applications treated strictly confidentially.
For further information, please call Sam on 0411 982 347.
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