Senior Electrical Estimator (switchboards)

Lead complex switchboard estimates, mentor new and junior staff.

• Lead complex switchboard estimates
• Growth opportunities across the business
• Industry leading specialists

About Us:

Our client are trusted experts in industrial switchboard and electrical engineering design and manufacturing. We specialise in low, medium, and high voltage switchboards, motor control centres, transportable substations, and switch rooms. We aim to power industries with innovation and reliability!

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Estimator to join our growing team. This is a key leadership role, responsible for preparing complex and competitive quotations and tenders for low voltage switchboards. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate, timely submissions while supporting strategic growth through mentoring, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement.

What you'll be doing:

• Interpret and analyse detailed drawings, specifications, and technical documents to produce comprehensive and accurate estimates.

• Develop costings for materials, labour, and equipment in line with project scope and budget expectations.

• Lead the preparation of tenders and quotations, ensuring consistency with company pricing strategies and profitability targets.

• Engage with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to identify cost-effective solutions and ensure alignment across all estimating activities.

• Identify and assess project risks, incorporating them into estimates and mitigation strategies.

• Oversee and manage the Quote Register, including follow-ups and conversion tracking.

• Conduct post-project reviews and cost analysis to enhance estimating accuracy and project delivery outcomes.

• Manage the estimating team and provide leadership, training, and mentoring to junior estimators, including workload delegation and skill development.

• Contribute to the ongoing refinement of estimating tools, systems, and procedures to drive efficiency and consistency.

What we're looking for:

• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in the mining, electrical switchboard manufacturing, or other similar industry.

• Strong technical knowledge of low voltage switchboard construction, with a thorough understanding of AS61439 and other relevant standards.

• Experience in estimating software and AutoCAD (desirable).

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Highly organised, with a strong eye for detail and a solid grasp of commercial and financial principles.

• Proven ability to manage multiple tenders and deliver results within tight timeframes.

• Demonstrated experience in team leadership and mentoring.

To Apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.

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!

Alex Clamp | aclamp@marble.com.au | 07 3183 2200 | 0419 647 709

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