Project Estimator at netPolarity, Inc. (Saicon Consultants, Inc.) in Detroit, Michigan
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Estimator
Senior Project Estimator
Client
Location:
Detroit, MI 48226 and open to remote if the candidate is located in the Eastern and Central time zone
Duration: 12 months+ (poss. ext.)
Pay Rate: $60 - $65/hr on w2
Top and must have skills:
- Electrical Engineer or Electrical Master Journeyman
- Strong construction/commercial project experience
- Experience estimating electrical systems, including:
- Underground and overhead systems
- Transformer and inverter installations
- Solar and renewable energy projects (preferred)
- A minimum of 5 years of direct estimating experience specifically aligned to the above areas
Hybrid - Must be able to come on-site periodically (Tu, We & Th) and reside a commutable distance from the work location in Metro Detroit and two days remote. This is subject to change.
Job Summary• Assists the project management teams by developing, monitoring and updating estimates and/or an integrated project plan so that the project may be executed in the most efficient manner possible.
• Applies methods and techniques, standards, processes, procedures, guidelines and templates, to efficiently manage, develop, and control project estimates.
• Assignments are received in the form of results expected, within operating policies and procedures. Incumbent has the discretion to select from alternative approaches; decisions may involve changes to normal work processes
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities- Assist project management teams by developing, monitoring, and updating project estimates.
- Develop Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates, Budgetary estimates, Unit pricing, and Definitive (detailed) estimates.
- Assist project management team in reviewing, design documents or scope packages for completeness.
- Assist project management team in reviewing contractor and engineering estimates; validation of quantities and contractors/engineering estimates.
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements• High School or GED, & 10+ years of job-relevant Electrical Journeyman estimating experience, or
• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field and the knowledge / capabilities typically acquired through 8+ years of job-relevant experience in estimating electrical systems. or
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or a related field and the knowledge / capabilities typically acquired through 6+ years of job-relevant experience in estimating electrical systems
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in using Microsoft Excel
Other Qualifications Preferred• 4+ years of understanding Electrical systems, reading plans, calculating labor/material costs and experienced in working on large construction projects, preferably renewables (Solar, Wind, etc.)
• Electrical Work (Substations, OH and UG cable work)
• Estimating all project costs (i.e., engineering, design, project management, construction,
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