Estimator - Connections

Description

• Based in Silverdale
• Comprehensive Health Insurance.
• Life & Disability Cover
• Generous KiwiSaver Contributions.
• Enhanced Parental Leave.
• Birthday Leave.
• Long Service Rewards.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.
• Be a part of a Great Team.
• Full-time, permanent contract with a minimum of 40 hours guaranteed per week
• Monday – Friday

About the Role

Looking for your next big opportunity? We’ve got an exciting Connections Estimator role just for you! In this position, you’ll get to carry out estimating services, to support the company's business plan and achieve Omexom’s market share of work at a planned profit margin or better, making a real impact.

• Scoping overhead distribution lines (Low Voltage and High Voltage up to 11kV), and coming up with solutions for providing a point of supply to Customers. Note that experience and knowledge in this area are vital.
• Meet with Customers and discuss their requirements for a point of supply
• Preparing tender/quotations to customers with client schedules and supplementary information, submitting tender documents and negotiating contracts prior to award.
• Collating quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Compiling detailed requirements for tender: labour rates, project management, supervision, plant and equipment, preliminary and general, margin, preparing tags and clarifications.
• Ensuring that quotes are completed within agreed timeframes and within budgeted expenditure.
• Coordinating with customers, Omexom field staff, and sub-contractors to ensure project success.
• Compiling complete work packages, which include design notes, working drawings, specifications, material requirements, work instructions, resource requirements, work schedules, and all necessary approvals.
• Ensuring all documentation required by customers is completed, e.g., as-built drawings, asset records.
• Auditing works to ensure compliance with contract documents, design and construction standards, acts, regulations and network operating standards, industry standards, and safety requirements.
  

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required

• Sound knowledge of Overhead and underground experience in the electrical distribution network for up to 11kV, preferably with field experience
• Relevant Distribution Network experience.
• Computer literacy, in particular experience with word processing, spreadsheets, databases and scheduling software packages.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Practical knowledge of Vector and Omexom design and engineering standards, and the ability to work within them.
• Solid problem-solving capabilities.
• Current NZEC Practising Licence
• Experience in reading, understanding, and reviewing single line drawings and control schematics
• Knowledge of electrical regulations, industry requirements, contracting procedures.

Who are we?

Omexom is part of a global family of energy infrastructure services providers operating under the VINCI group which is a world leader in concessions, energy, and construction, operating in more than 120 countries worldwide. The brand network is a multi-disciplinary network, able to offer customized multi-technical, multi-site, or multi-country services.

With our 1,000+ employees in 29 locations nationwide and $390M in revenue, Omexom has long-standing partnerships with Vector, Transpower, Auckland Transport, and Firstgas, while servicing our newer clients Watercare, Auckland District Health Board, Wellington Electricity, and City Rail Link Limited.

In Aotearoa, Omexom is well positioned through this international network with shared values and vast resources, and a continued commitment to safety, excellence, and sustainable solutions.

At Omexom, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to apply

If you like the sound of what we’re offering and think you are the right person for the job, we’d love to hear from you.  Hit the 'apply' button below.  Applications close on Friday, 31 July 2026.

Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

According to the Harvard Business Review, men typically apply for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and individuals from underrepresented groups usually apply only if they meet all the criteria. We're not just about checking boxes, so if you believe you have the skills but don't meet every requirement listed, please reach out if you would like to find out more, we'd love to talk with you.

Come join our amazing team and be a part of the pioneers in energy transition.