Estimator - Electrical Utilities Projects at UGL Limited

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Estimating, Tendering, Pricing, Commercial analysis, Electrical utilities, Transmission networks, Distribution networks, Procurement, Scope development, Excel, CATS, Project engineering, Contract management, Stakeholder management, Bid management

Industry

Rail Transportation

Description

Estimator - Electrical Utilities Projects Supporting Australia’s transmission and distribution networks UGL delivers some of Australia’s most critical infrastructure across resources, defence, transport and the power and renewables sectors. Within UGL, the Utilities Operations & Maintenance (O&M) business supports the safe, reliable operation of electricity transmission and distribution networks across Australia through long term maintenance programs. This includes established, ongoing programs with Western Power, the New England Renewable Energy Zone, Endeavour Energy, and the University of Queensland. With a strong and consistent pipeline of work, estimating sits at the centre of the Utilities O&M business. The tendering team plays a key role in developing competitive, commercially sound submissions that support long term service contracts and new program wins. The role can be based out of our Brisbane, Melbourne or North Sydney office. Why this role Hybrid working arrangements. Hands on experience across the full tender and estimating lifecycle. Opportunity to develop skills in industry leading estimating systems. Exposure to major Tier 1 electrical transmission and distribution projects and long‑term service contracts across Australia. Strong mentorship and collaboration within a close knit, experienced bid team. About the role You’ll support the pricing and commercial aspects of tenders, expressions of interest, and operational estimating activities across a national portfolio. The role is hands‑on and varied, working as part of a small, specialised team alongside the Bid Manager and Senior Estimator. Key responsibilities Coordinate pricing inputs from operations, subject matter experts, subcontractors, suppliers, and designers. Play an active role in procurement, contributing to scope development, sourcing activities, and pricing negotiations. Support pricing updates, variations, and schedule reviews for existing contracts. Develop and maintain rate cards, pricing schedules, and standard estimating tools and templates. Ensure all estimates are accurate, well‑benchmarked, and compliant with UGL governance and approval requirements. What we offer Flexible hybrid work environment. Access our OneRewards Discount Program. Discounted Medibank health insurance. Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality. Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave. Complimentary salary continuance insurance. Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan. About you Currently working in an electrical project engineering role in a similar industry with hands‑on experience in tendering and estimating. Demonstrated involvement across the estimating lifecycle, including contributing to pricing, scope reviews, and tender submissions. Proficiency with estimating systems and strong Excel skills (CATS or similar preferred). A genuine desire to transition into a full‑time estimating role and continue developing technical and commercial capability in this space. About Us UGL is a respected of end-to-end engineering, construction, operation and maintenance services within various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team’s backgrounds, ideas, work styles. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to complete a pre-employment medical. Ref: 266983

Responsibilities

The role involves supporting the pricing and commercial aspects of tenders, expressions of interest, and operational estimating activities across a national portfolio. You will coordinate pricing inputs from various stakeholders and contribute to procurement, scope development, and contract variations.