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Senior Electrical Estimator, Substations and BESS


Job Location:

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (13 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ACCIONA is a global company leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65000 professionals present in more than 40 countries across the five continents all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference promote sustainable development and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change overpopulation and water scarcity Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

Benefits

  • Shape bids that power national energy transition

  • Work with experts in complex infrastructure tenders

  • Build estimating capability across a growing team

  • Influence methodology for major HV line projects

  • Join a global leader delivering complex civil works

  • Contribute to critical national transmission upgrades


About the Project

ACCIONA delivers complex civil and infrastructure projects across Australia. Our Transmission team supports national tenders that strengthen networks across varied terrain. You help shape bids that support energy transition and long term infrastructure resilience.

About the Opportunity/Position

The Senior Electrical Estimator Substations/BESS develops accurate timely and compliant cost estimates and proposals for electrical infrastructure projects. The roles primary focus is on high-voltage substations (AIS/GIS) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

As part of a national transmission and energy team the estimator supports tenders across multiple regions bringing specialist expertise in substations and energy storage systems including grid connections and balance-of-plant scope.

What are the key accountabilities for the position

  • Develop cost estimates for HV substations (AIS/GIS) and BESS from first principles (materials plant labour subcontractor pricing)

  • Coordinate procurement and tendering strategies including subcontractor pricing and bid meetings

  • Conduct risk assessments and manage provisional sums/contingency allowances

  • Prepare estimate basis documents WBS and bridging documents for cost tracking

  • Present estimates and cost reports to senior management and clients

  • Apply CCS/Candy Expert Estimation Excel and Power BI for estimating and reporting

Required Skills and Competencies

  • Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a Trade Electrical qualification with on-site experience
  • 6 years experience in engineering project delivery or related technical roles within infrastructure utilities or construction
  • Includes a minimum of 4 years estimating experience on major infrastructure projects preferably transmission lines high-voltage (HV) systems substations or electrical infrastructure
  • Proficient in CCS/Candy Expert Estimation Excel and Power BI
  • First Principles estimating skills ability to interpret drawings

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer& 2025 certification in Australia which certifies the companys commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002 ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3000 people in its renewable energy infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


About Company

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ACCIONA has successfully delivered major infrastructure projects in Canada since 2000. Its leadership and experience span the entire value chain, from research and development to construction, operation and maintenance of projects.

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