Senior Estimator

About Beon Energy Solutions:

Beon Energy Solutions is at the forefront of energy transition and we deliver safe, innovative and quality energy solutions that exceed our stakeholder ambitions.

We are a leader in delivery of large-scale renewable energy and infrastructure projects, with expertise in design, procurement, construction and maintenance. We strive to help the delivery of Australia’s energy transition by maintaining strong focus on supporting development of renewable generation across the country.

About the Role:

We are currently looking for an experienced Estimator to join our Contract and Bid team in a full-time permanent role based in the Melbourne CBD.

This role will be key in securing major electrical transmission and utility-scale renewable energy projects for our business. You will lead the development of accurate, competitive, and innovative cost estimates, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to transform customer requirements into commercially viable solutions. From opportunity identification through to executive approval, your expertise will help drive successful bid outcomes and support the continued growth of the business.

In addition this role will lead estimating activities across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure opportunities. You will also build strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to access market intelligence and competitive pricing, while contributing to continuous improvement through the enhancement of estimating systems, methodologies, and cost data libraries that strengthen future bid performance.

Other key duties and responsibilities:

• Lead the development of accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical transmission and utility-scale renewable energy opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative, customer-focused solutions that support winning bids.
• Analyse client requirements, technical documentation, and project scope to determine estimating inputs and methodologies.
• Manage the RFQ process, including the preparation, issue, evaluation, and negotiation of subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Lead opportunity risk assessments and develop effective mitigation strategies to support commercial success.
• Prepare estimating analyses, business cases, and approval documentation in accordance with governance requirements.
• Present estimate summaries, methodologies, assumptions, risks, and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement through the maintenance of estimating databases, enhancement of estimating processes, and development of strong supplier and subcontractor relationships.

For more information on the role’s responsibilities, please click here to download the position description.

To succeed in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Construction, Engineering, Management, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience estimating large-scale electrical transmission, renewable energy, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of estimating methodologies, systems, and software.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and manage project risks throughout the bid lifecycle.
• Sound knowledge of construction delivery, planning, scheduling, and safety requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex technical and commercial information.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage senior leaders and clients.
• Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to support successful project outcomes.

Your career with Beon Energy Solutions:

We’re proud to offer an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to grow. Some of our benefits include hybrid work options, purchased leave, 15 weeks of gender neutral primary parental leave, health and wellbeing subsidiary, career development and planning opportunities, and exclusive discounts. Visit our company website to learn more.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to support a fair workplace for all

We are committed to building a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities and ages are valued for who they are and empowered to do their best. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy (DEI), Reconciliation Action Plans and initiatives like Women in Power and Sparkle, our LGBTQIA+ allies network, we’re working to create equal opportunities for all. We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. Explore our benefits.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and strongly encourage First Peoples, women, people from the LGBTIQA community, culturally and racially marginalised people and people with disabilities to apply. We recognise how people from marginalised groups can face extra barriers and self-select out of recruitment processes.  With this in mind, we’re committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.

What’s next?

If you possess the required skills and experience and you are looking for a fantastic career opportunity please submit Please submit your application via our careers website by 3 August 2026.

For the full Position Description, please visit our website or reach out to Tom Ferdinands at careers@powercor.com.au