Distribution Lines Estimator

About GenusPlus Group

GenusPlus Group is a prominent Australian infrastructure firm delivering innovative solutions within the energy, resources, and infrastructure sectors. They specialize in major projects across Australia encompassing power, transmission, distribution, substations, communications, and renewable energy.

Role Overview

As part of the Estimating and Pre Contracts team, the Distribution Lines Estimator will be tasked with formulating precise and commercially viable estimates for distribution line projects. The candidate should possess strong expertise with electrical distribution infrastructure, capable of analyzing project scopes, drawings, and specifications to produce detailed pricing.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed cost estimates and pricing for distribution line projects.
• Examine tender documents, project scopes, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Perform quantity take-offs and prepare bills of quantities.
• Estimate labour, plant, material, and subcontractor expenses.
• Request and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Produce accurate and comprehensive tender pricing within deadlines.
• Identify risks, assumptions, exclusions, and opportunities related to projects.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, and internal teams for precision in estimates.
• Analyze and review historic project costs and rate data.
• Support tender submissions, clarifications, and commercial evaluation processes.
• Maintain detailed records, databases, and pricing information.
• Assist the wider Bid and Pre Contracts team during tender activities.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in estimating electrical distribution, powerlines, utilities, or construction projects.
• Solid understanding of overhead and underground distribution networks.
• Competent in preparing detailed estimates, quantity take-offs, and tender pricing.
• Skilled in interpreting electrical drawings, scopes, and technical specifications.
• In-depth knowledge of labour, materials, plant, and subcontractor cost components.
• Experience gathering and reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotes.
• Strong commercial insight with the ability to identify project risks.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in work output.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to juggle multiple tender submissions and handle competing deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with estimating or project management software.

Experience with Western Power, or utility transmission and distribution projects is considered advantageous.

Why Join Us?

This position presents an exciting chance to contribute to a growing Australian infrastructure company involved in major energy and power sector projects. You will collaborate with seasoned estimating, engineering, commercial, and project delivery professionals, with strong opportunities for career advancement in major infrastructure initiatives.