Senior Estimator - Electrical

About the Company

UGL is well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance services, we partner with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions making us the number one contractor in Australia.

Our Energy & Industrial business unit is growing rapidly, and we're looking for skilled and motivated individuals to join our team. Our goal is to become the top renewable engineering and delivery contractor in the market, and we believe that our in-house engineering and design capabilities, combined with our expertise in project delivery and O&M, give us a strong competitive edge. We're actively pursuing project opportunities in Solar, BESS, and Wind, as well as hybrid fossil fuel generation, hydrogen, and ammonia projects.

As we continue to deliver & evolve, we are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator - Electrical to join our team.

About the Role

The Senior Electrical Estimator plays a critical role in delivering accurate, competitive, and commercially sound electrical estimates. You’ll lead estimating activities from tender allocation through to submission, working closely with engineering, commercial, and delivery teams to support winning bids.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of accurate electrical cost estimates
• Develop direct and indirect cost estimates using UGL estimating systems
• Coordinate with engineering, commercial, and delivery teams during tenders
• Engage suppliers and subcontractors to source pricing and technical inputs
• Prepare tender submissions and present estimates to internal stakeholders
• Support client meetings, post‑tender clarifications, and bid reviews
• Review estimates prepared by other estimators and support continuous improvement
• Handover awarded projects to delivery teams to ensure estimating continuity

Your Skills & Experience

• Extensive estimating experience in electrical or energy projects
• Strong background across renewables, utilities, or infrastructure projects
• Proven experience delivering estimates in competitive tender environments
• Solid understanding of electrical scopes, project costs, and risk assessment
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

About You / Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering (desirable)
• Please note: national criminal history check and pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen may be conducted

Qualifications & Certifications

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering (desirable)

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on a major renewable energy project
• Strong career growth and development opportunities
• Inclusive, safety-first culture
• Access to broader career pathways across the CIMIC Group