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Prin Trans Developer Cost Estimator

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Exelon Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Who We Are

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies — Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (Com Ed), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive.

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Are you in?

Primary Purpose

The Principal Cost Estimator role provides enterprise level technical leadership and strategic oversight for the development of transmission and substation cost estimates supporting complex capital projects across multiple U.S. regions, including PJM, MISO, and SPP. Estimates are developed in close collaboration with Exelon's Supply organization and Transmission and Substation teams, leveraging deep expertise in Exelon utility design standards, construction practices, and regional market considerations.

The position serves as a recognized subject matter authority in estimating methodology, cost strategy, and pricing rigor, delivering comprehensive labor, equipment, and material cost estimates that support capital investment decisions, regulatory requirements, and competitive project outcomes. The ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to critically evaluate project designs and scopes, identify gaps or ambiguities, apply sound professional judgment to resolve incomplete information, and independently develop accurate, defensible cost estimates under accelerated timelines.

Note: This is a hybrid position (in-office with remote flexibility). Employees are required to be in office at least three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). This position must sit out of Oakbrook Terrace - IL, Chicago - IL, Baltimore - MD, Washington - DC, Philadelphia - PA, Kennett Square
-PA or Newark
-DE office.

Primary Duties
  • Lead the preparation of complete labor, equipment, and material cost estimates for transmission, substation, and distribution projects. Develop detailed responses to RFPs in coordination with internal stakeholders. Follow the Exelon utilities Standard Operating Procedures for estimating, documentation, and cost development. Assist in maintaining and improving Exelon cost databases and estimating tools. Develop strategies and pricing structures to ensure project competitiveness and regulatory compliance.

    Review and validate work performed by other estimators for accuracy and completeness.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in preparing bills of material and coordinate with Supply and Procurement for long lead equipment. Conduct risk identification and develop mitigation strategies during estimate preparation. Participate and influence accordingly in internal and stakeholder estimate review meetings.
  • Review engineering design standards, construction drawings, specifications, and standard work packages to identify opportunities for cost savings, procurement efficiency and material and design modernization. Make strategic recommendations on engineering standard updates, material substitutions, or constructability improvements that reduce installed cost or schedule risk. Collaborate and influence across engineering, procurement, and construction teams to implement approved…
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