Snr Estimator - Electrical at UGL Limited
Camp Hill, Queensland, Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Estimating, Electrical Engineering, Cost Estimation, Collaboration, Negotiation, Communication, Attention to Detail, Project Management, Substation Projects, Transmission Lines, CATS Software, Supplier Management, Tender Preparation, Compliance, Cost Planning, Teamwork

Industry

Rail Transportation

Description
UGL's utilities business provides essential design & construction services for critical infrastructure across the power and water sectors. Ranging from transmission lines, switchyards, substations through to wastewater treatment plants. Our offerings include design, construct, commission, across the following infrastructure: Transmission lines, Switchyards, Substations, Electrical distribution works. The Projects Our Estimators have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects which range from brownfield sites to greenfield sites across Australia. The Substation projects can vary in value, size and configuration from approximately $1m to $80m across various transmission voltage ranges and our Transmission Lines projects can vary in value ranging up to $100m plus. All Transmission Line projects are across various transmission voltage ranges and feeder configurations. As with all our projects, our Estimators are involved in some projects which are single sites in the tender or are a combination of multiple sites in the tender. You will also have the opportunity to work on cost plans at various stages of the project estimating lifecycle from concept cost plans through to first principle detailed estimates. The role As the Senior Electrical Estimator within UGL's Utilities Division, you can be based in either our Brisbane or Sydney office. You will be responsible for providing estimating expertise for current tenders and proposals ensuring they are accurate and timely. You will be responsible for building estimates for substation and transmission line tenders, utilising UGL’s estimating software, CATS. Key responsibilities of this role include: • Provide accurate cost estimates for materials, subcontractor and labour pricing • Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to gather information in preparation for tenders • Maintain regular contact with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure pricing and product availability are up to date and accurate • Complete final pricing submission for presentation to the client • Consult with operational departments to determine the accuracy of tenders won and completed • Ensure compliance is adhered to for all record-keeping associated with the tender • Recommend and update procedures and programs to improve the estimating function • Provide cost advice to our current projects About you This role will suit an Estimator ideally with electrical, water or mining experience. You will need to have a keen eye for detail, a focus on accuracy, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Other requirements that will see you succeed include: • A degree or diploma in engineering will be desirable • At least 5 years of experience in project related disciplines will be desirable include electrical trade background • Experience with Expert Estimation, CCS or CATS are desirable • Strong negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to establish effective working relationships • Customer focused, team-oriented, accountable and results-driven • The ability to adapt, learn quickly and apply new skills and knowledge What we offer • Diverse opportunities to grow, back yourself and achieve • Flexible working arrangements • Ongoing training for career progression • A competitive remuneration package with salary continuance insurance, employee assistance program for employees and their families, AIA Vitality wellness program and discounts on private health insurance, vehicles, travel and more What makes you right for UGL • Genuine concern for safety and an ability to provide a supportive and positive workplace • Empower a united and collaborative culture • Deliver technical excellence and create efficient, innovative solutions • Build an enviable reputation and the trust of employees, clients and other stakeholders • Motivated and collaborative with a genuine passion for success About Us UGL is well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services in rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Electrical Estimator, you will provide estimating expertise for tenders and proposals, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. You will build estimates for substation and transmission line tenders using UGL’s estimating software.
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