Electrical Estimator - Mining Services

• Offices located near Perth International Airport
• Permanent, Long Term posistion
• Competitive Package

Our client is an Australian contracting group operating in the areas of Mining and Civil Construction. With offices throughout Australasia, they employ thousands of people to work on major projects and they have a reputation of delivering high standards of work and innovative solutions.

As part of ongoing expansion, a position has become available for a qualified and experienced Electrical Estimator to join their team located near Perth International Airport.


The ideal candidate will be required to provide accurate estimates of the total cost of allocated projects. Experience estimating in the electrical discipline within the construction and/or industrial sector will be highly regarded.

The Key Duties will include however not be limited to:

• Production of realistic but economical project cost estimates for the preparation of major feasibility studies and tenders 
• Preparation of bids, selection of vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness 
• Conducting special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions. 
• Maintenance of the electrical cost database
• Participating in regular estimate reviews 
• Preparing presentation/reporting formats for cost/estimate information as required

You will need to be able to work autonomously as well as collectively as a team to meet project goals, have an enthusiastic and proactive approach and take pride in the quality of your work.


Previous estimating experience at a senior level with a thorough knowledge of engineering and construction processes in the mining/resource development of minerals processing industry is essential.


The Successful Applicant will also need to meet the following criteria:

• Good overall computer skills including Word and Excel, and the ability to pick up new systems quickly
• Organisational, time management and communication skills. 
• A high degree of professionalism with customers; strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Be capable of measuring electrical documentation and producing bill of quantities; 
• Be customer-focused and demonstrate proficient communication and business writing skills; 
• Be capable of identifying and valuing variations; and 
• Be prepared to price or assist in the valuation of variations and financial claims.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.