Designer Estimator - Wellington

Design the networks that keep Wellington connected.

Looking for a role where your work has a visible impact on local communities? Join Downer's Design & Planning team and help shape the electricity infrastructure that powers homes, businesses and essential services across the Wellington region.

Whether you're an experienced Designer / Estimator or earlier in your career and ready for your next challenge, this is an opportunity to build your capability while working alongside experienced industry professionals who want to see you succeed.

Te kōwhiringa | The opportunity

Based in our Seaview office, you'll play an important role in bringing electricity network projects to life. From preparing designs and estimates to supporting project delivery and building customer relationships, you'll be involved from concept through to completion.

You'll join a collaborative team that values practical thinking, continuous learning and supporting each other's success. If you've been looking for an opportunity to further develop your technical skills in the electricity sector, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

• Creating quality engineering designs, estimates, quotations and as-built information.
• Supporting the delivery of electricity network projects through accurate planning, costing and documentation.
• Working closely with customers, contractors and internal teams to achieve great project outcomes.
• Preparing project invoices and helping ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Contributing ideas and improvements that strengthen our design and estimating capability.

- Ngā pūkenga matua | What you'll bring

You don't need to meet every requirement to apply. If you can see yourself in this role and are keen to learn, we encourage you to put your hand up.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Experience in design, estimating, engineering support or a similar technical environment.
• Strong attention to detail and confidence working with technical information.
• Sound computer skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with others.
• Electricity distribution knowledge or familiarity with engineering design standards (helpful, but not essential).
• Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys solving problems, takes pride in producing quality work and is motivated to keep developing your skills.

- Why join Downer?

• The opportunity to make a real contribution to the communities you live and work in.
• Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
• Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model
• A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue
• Retail discounts with major retailers, Dell, Good Guys, Samsung, Specsavers & ANZ
• We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor environments

- Wellington living

Based in Seaview, you'll be part of a region known for its vibrant culture, stunning harbour, outdoor lifestyle and strong infrastructure sector. Whether you're into mountain biking, cafés, beaches or exploring the wider Wellington region, there's plenty to enjoy outside of work.

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.