HV Estimating Manager

About the role

A growing EPC contractor delivering major renewable energy and electrical infrastructure projects across Australia, with a focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), substations and grid connection infrastructure, is seeking an experienced Estimating Manager. The role leads and manages the estimating function and plays a key part in securing new projects, with influence over project strategy, pricing and commercial outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the estimating function across multiple projects
• Develop accurate, competitive and commercially robust project estimates
• Review tender documentation, scopes, designs and project requirements
• Coordinate pricing from engineering, procurement, subcontractors and suppliers
• Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions and opportunities
• Work closely with project delivery and commercial teams from tender to award
• Mentor and develop estimators within the business
• Support senior management with tender strategy and bid reviews

Required profile

• Previous experience as an Estimating Manager, Senior Estimator or Lead Estimator in EPC, electrical infrastructure or renewable energy
• Experience estimating BESS, substations, HV infrastructure, grid connections or similar projects
• Understanding of the Australian construction and electrical contracting markets
• Strong commercial and analytical capability with excellent attention to detail
• Experience managing subcontractor and supplier pricing

Required skills

• Electrical background preferable
• Estimating of BESS, substations and HV infrastructure

What we offer

• Salary of $250,000-$280,000 depending on experience
• Join an established, growing renewable energy EPC with a strong pipeline of BESS and electrical infrastructure projects
• Opportunity to take ownership of the estimating function
• Long-term career progression within a growing energy business
• WFH flexibility

To apply, submit an updated CV and cover letter through the recruiter named in the listing.