About ElectraNet

ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed. 

The Opportunity

As a Senior Project Estimator within the Commercial, Contracts and Cost Intelligence team, you’ll be part of a high performing team that leads the cost estimating process for ElectraNet’s capital works program. You will help with the development of tender documentation, analyse pricing responses and drawings, generate cost estimates and contribute to maintaining a commercial approach to project estimating within a dynamic project environment. 

This is your chance to influence projects from concept through to execution—bringing clarity, accuracy, and commercial insight every step of the way.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the preparation of high quality cost estimates across the Planning, Optioneering, Definition & Execution phase.
• Analyse drawings, tender responses and benchmarking data to develop robust, data driven estimates.
• Partner closely with our Procurement team to develop pricing schedules and evaluate tender submissions.
• Produce detailed Project Estimate Reports and variance analysis for Project Managers.
• Maintain and enhance the MTWO estimating system, including libraries, KPIs and benchmarking modules.
• Support continual improvement through innovation, systems optimisation, and best-practice methodology.
• Provide guidance and technical support to colleagues across Delivery and the broader business

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy solving complex problems, and love seeing your work directly influence major state infrastructure—this is the perfect opportunity. We welcome full time or part time (0.8) applicants.

About You

You’re a proactive, analytical and commercially minded estimator who enjoys working collaboratively and tackling complex challenges. You might come from electricity transmission, construction, project management, cost control, contracts, or a related field—what matters is your estimating capability, curiosity and passion for accuracy.

You bring:

• Essentially a minimum of 7-8 years’ experience in estimating with tertiary qualification in Engineering, Quantity Surveying and/ or any related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to interpret large data sets.
• Demonstrated experience preparing project cost estimates using database driven estimating software.
• Experience in tender assessment, BoQ take offs, variance analysis and benchmarking.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and high quality outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across teams
• Utilities, energy and infrastructure industry experience will be highly advantageous, but not essential.

Employee Benefits

We’re proud to offer a workplace that is supportive, inclusive and genuinely committed to your success. When you join ElectraNet, you join a team that values diversity, collaboration and continuous learning. We offer a competitive remuneration package starting from $160,900 plus 12% superannuation and a performance bonus eligibility of up to 15%. In addition to this, we also offer:

• 5 weeks annual leave.
• 15 days personal/carer’s leave.
• 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• Flexible work options & wellbeing programs.
• Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave.
• A vibrant and community focused team culture

How To Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online via our careers page or click the ‘Apply’ button on this advert. Submissions will close on 23 February 2026, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a telephone screening and discussion. For more information about the role, Position Descriptions can be obtained by clicking here.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.

ElectraNet is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

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