Electrical Substation Estimator, EPC Projects

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus in our Commercial and Industrial department as an Electrical Substation Estimator, EPC Projects. The Electrical Substation Estimator's primary role is to generate accurate and timely cost estimates and proposals for High Voltage Substation projects. The successful candidate will possess a technical aptitude and attention to detail, and will work directly with members of sales, engineering, and operations to provide technical and commercial pre-order sales support including identifying and qualifying leads, job costing/estimating, and proposal generation.

• Support sales through the development, execution, and administration of quotes and proposals, with a focus on EPC opportunities.
• Utilize the CRM tool to manage client and quote-related activity, including forecasting, and maintaining accurate data on leads, targets, accounts, contacts, and opportunities.
• Review project specifications and requirements and work with sales, engineering, and operations to identify the best solution for the client.
• Perform quote/bid clarification, including interpretation of technical specifications and electrical drawings as they relate to the product/offer provided.
• Solicit quotes from vendors, subcontractors, and internal resources to compile accurate and competitive cost estimates.
• Develop technical proposals with detailed work scopes, clarifications, exceptions, schedules, and other submittals as needed.
• Keep internal SharePoint project folders updated with bid documents, estimates, proposals, vendor quotes, and other relevant information for stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a knowledge base library of reference materials for proposals, presentations, and technical collateral.
• Participate in quote meetings and lead proposal review and approval calls.
• Assist with pre-bid job walks to ascertain job details necessary for quote development and project execution.
• Assist with clarification/verification during the order hand‑off process from sales to operations, providing all pertinent proposal information to execute the project on time and on budget.

• Minimum 2–5 years of EPC estimating experience; experience with substation and electrical construction projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical distribution project specifications and drawings.
• Speak with poise and confidence, using correct English.
• Construct written proposals and estimates properly.
• Use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); working knowledge of CRM preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and business acumen skills.
• Self‑motivated, able to multitask, with acute attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel for site visits as needed (estimated 5–10%).

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.