Designer/Estimator

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Downer is hiring a permanent full-time Design Estimator for its Networks Services team in Tauriko, Bay of Plenty, to deliver design, estimation and client support for overhead and underground distribution projects across New Zealand. You will prepare quotations and cost estimates, coordinate resources, and produce project documentation while fostering strong client relationships and contributing to continuous improvement and mentoring within the design team. The ideal candidate will have design and estimation experience in power distribution, hands-on knowledge of overhead and underground design, familiarity with distribution equipment, and solid IT and estimation tool skills, plus clear communication and good time management. Desirable: Neara experience.

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The Opportunity

Join Downer’s Networks Services team delivering essential electricity infrastructure across New Zealand. This permanent, full-time opportunity is based in our Tauriko office and supports the delivery of design and estimation services across the electricity distribution network.

As a Design Estimator you will deliver engineering design, estimation, and customer support for both overhead and underground distribution projects. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, and contractors to create accurate designs, quotations, and project documentation. Your goal will be to ensure that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Some of the key responsibilities include:

• Deliver design and estimation services for distribution network projects
• Prepare quotations, cost estimates and as-built documentation
• Coordinate resources and support project planning and delivery
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement and mentoring within the design team
   

What we are looking for 

• Design and Estimation experience in Power Distribution Networks
• Experience in the use of Neara for overhead line design is desirable
• Hands on knowledge and experience in overhead and underground design or construction
• Familiarity with electricity distribution networks equipment and materials
• Practical knowledge of engineering design standards
• High level of computer literacy and application use
• Previous experience in the use of estimation applications
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Solid time management and organisational skills
   

What we offer

• Flexible working environment
• Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team 
• Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits 
• Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team

• Work for a major ASX-listed company 

  
   

About Energy & Utilities…Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.