Electrical Estimator - Water Infrastructure
- Posted16 February 2026
- Salary$NEG
- LocationAdelaide
- Job type Temporary
- Sectors CGC Cover Construction
- Reference4009460
Job description
Electrical Estimator - Water Infrastructure (3-6 Month Contract+)
Adelaide, SA | ASAP Start | Principal Contractor
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join a leading principal contractor delivering major Water Infrastructure projects across South Australia. This is an initial 3- 6 month contract with strong potential for extension, supporting a busy pipeline of bids and tenders.
The Role
Working within a high-performing pre-contracts team, you will take ownership of electrical estimating for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This is a fast-paced role requiring strong technical understanding, commercial awareness, and the ability to meet tight submission deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
You can email your resume to [email protected] or call 0435935377 for more information.
CGC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all eligible candidates
Adelaide, SA | ASAP Start | Principal Contractor
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join a leading principal contractor delivering major Water Infrastructure projects across South Australia. This is an initial 3- 6 month contract with strong potential for extension, supporting a busy pipeline of bids and tenders.
The Role
Working within a high-performing pre-contracts team, you will take ownership of electrical estimating for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This is a fast-paced role requiring strong technical understanding, commercial awareness, and the ability to meet tight submission deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed electrical estimates for water & wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and associated infrastructure
- Interpret drawings, specifications, and scope documents
- Price LV/MV systems, switchboards, MCCs, instrumentation, and control systems
- Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
- Conduct take-offs and build BOQs
- Support tender submissions including risk reviews and value engineering
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and bid teams
- Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator on infrastructure or utilities projects
- Strong background in water or wastewater projects (highly desirable)
- Experience working for a principal contractor or Tier 1/2 contractor
- Solid understanding of Australian standards and electrical compliance
- Proficient in estimating software and Excel
- Able to start immediately or within short notice
- Immediate start
- 3- 6 month contract minimum with potential extension
- Competitive daily rate
- Adelaide-based role with established contractor
- Opportunity to work on significant SA water infrastructure projects
You can email your resume to [email protected] or call 0435935377 for more information.
CGC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all eligible candidates