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About RP Infrastructure
RP Infrastructure (RPI) is one of Australia’s leading Advisory and Project Management practices, recognised for delivering complex and high-profile projects across the Public and Private Sector. With a focus on quality and collaboration, we deliver Advisory, Project Management and Asset Management services across the entire Infrastructure spectrum.

Our Cost Engineering department is critical to the management of Project costs and resources.

This role is a new opportunity for an Electrical Estimator to work collaboratively as part of a large, multidisciplinary team based in the Brisbane CBD. The successful candidate will be committed to successful outcomes for our clients, enthusiastic about challenges and committed to continuously learning and developing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare accurate detailed cost estimates, including materials, Labour, equipment, and overheads by first principle for electrical infrastructure, including HV/LV electrical plant, equipment, HV substations, overhead and underground power cable systems, solar farms, and BESS.
• Prepare and review Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and quantity take-off as required
• Review and analyse third-party estimates and tender submissions for accuracy, scope alignment, competitiveness and prepare estimate review report (Consultant Advise Report)
• Review and interpret technical drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, and scopes of work to fully understand tender requirements and identify project-specific complexities
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors, building strong relationships and securing accurate, competitive pricing across a range of materials and services
• Prepare comprehensive estimate assumption lists, including but not limited to the Basis of Estimate Plans and Estimate (BOE) report for client submission
• Maintain and enhance internal pricing databases, labour and equipment rates, and benchmarking systems to support ongoing estimating efficiency and accuracy

To be considered for this position, applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Demonstrated experience as an Electrical Estimator within Mining, Oil & Gas, Water/Wastewater/ Utilities projects, solar farms, and/or BESS projects
• Tertiary education in Electrical Engineering or Construction, or trade qualified as an electrician.
• Experience with Expert Estimation (Genesis) estimating software package (preferred not essential)
• Experience with and understanding of AACE (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering) estimating standards
• Experience in electrical estimating across various project stages, including Order of Magnitude (OoM), Pre-Feasibility (PFS), and Feasibility (FS), with a strong understanding of associated work methodologies

What’s In It for You?
This role is a great opportunity for someone looking to work for a reputable, and growing company.

• Outstanding leadership and career development opportunities.
• Access to events, activities and initiatives driven by our popular Health & Wellbeing + Diversity & Inclusion committees.
• Career-defining, high-profile, placemaking projects.
• A hybrid working environment with high levels of autonomy and flexibility.

If this sounds like you, you can apply online via the “Apply” button below.

- RPI supports a diverse and inclusive work environment as well as equal employment opportunities.

Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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