Senior Electrical Estimator
CoMade
CoMade is a strategic partner specializing in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation solutions within the infrastructure, energy, resources, and mining industries. As a project-delivery partner, their focus is on the pre-commissioning to operations phases of a project, offering rapid mobilization of specialist resources to deliver smart solutions for an efficient and effective start-up.
CoMade's vision is to become the foremost project delivery partner recognised for best-in-industry solutions. Strong culture and core values are what separate CoMade from the competition. They believe in building and setting a reputable culture, recognising, and rewarding their people who represent those core values either onsite, with clients, or in the local communities.
We are looking for a Senior Electrical Estimator who thrives on turning complex electrical projects into well-structured, commercially sound bids. Based in Melbourne, you'll play a key role in shaping project wins building detailed cost estimates across materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractors, while working closely with suppliers and delivery teams to ensure every submission is accurate, competitive, and aligned to project requirements.
About this role
Take the lead across the full estimating lifecycle guiding bids from early-stage review through to final submission. You'll bring structure, insight, and a commercial focus to each opportunity, critically assessing tender documentation to identify risks, uncover value opportunities, and shape winning strategies.
Working hands-on, you'll develop detailed quantity take-offs, build accurate labour and production costings, and leverage a strong network of subcontractors and suppliers. You'll also play a key role in maintaining and refining estimating systems and databases to ensure consistency and reliability across all submissions.
Beyond tendering, you'll contribute to broader project success supporting capital work programs, leading cost impact discussions, assessing contractor tenders, and preparing estimates for variations and change requests. You'll collaborate closely with internal teams and external consultants to ensure alignment with client requirements and project specifications, helping set projects up for commercial success from day one
How you can support CoMade
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Trade or similar discipline.
- Extensive experience in construction estimating, particularly with large and complex projects
- Knowledge of Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems and their application to operational requirements
- Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with clients and team members
- Exceptional mathematical and analytical skills for evaluating complex construction documents and project plans
- Ideally experience in using Expert Estimator or similar software
Why join us?
- Exposure to high-profile, technically complex projects
- Mentorship from experienced leaders in your field
- Competitive salary aligned with market demand and experience
- Hybrid working arrangements with access to barista style coffee
- Close-knit, collaborative team environment where your input is valued
- Be part of a growing business where your work directly impacts success
If you are interested in being part of the CoMade team, please apply or submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position
At CoMade, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals. All applicants must have full working rights in Australia.