Sr. Estimator; Substations - Fairfield, CA

Job Overview With over 70 years of operating experience, Primoris Power Delivery services include engineering and design, installation and maintenance, material and equipment procurement, repair of electrical transmission, distribution, substation, wireless communication, and storm restoration. Our experience ranges from small engineering and consulting projects to multi‑million dollar turn‑key distribution, substation, and transmission line programs. Edison Power Constructors has an immediate opening for a Senior Estimating Specialist in Fairfield, CA.

The Senior Estimator is a seasoned professional responsible for developing accurate and detailed cost estimates for complex substation construction projects. This role requires strong technical proficiency (civil and electrical disciplines), leadership, and collaboration across departments to ensure estimates align with project goals and organizational objectives, and client interactions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the development of detailed cost estimates using B2W software. Utilizing Item Price + WBS “Hybrid” estimating.
• Analyze and understand project scope, drawings, specifications, and RFP documentation to determine labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Engage subcontractors early in the pursuit process, issue RFPs, and evaluate proposals using Best Value templates.
• Collaborate with scheduling leads and operations to define milestone dates, critical path, construction durations, and float, contributing to a functional schedule.
• Maintain rigorous document control practices across pursuit folders, including estimate files, subcontractor quotes, and review documentation.
• Conduct and actively participate in constructability reviews to evaluate project feasibility and execution strategies. Engage in quality assurance reviews to validate the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of estimates.
• Perform comprehensive risk analysis by identifying known and potential project risks, and maintain a detailed risk registry to document consequences, probabilities, mitigation strategies, and budget impacts, including targeted contingency planning.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• 5+ years of estimating experience in substations and clients on the west coast. Experience with EPC a plus.
• Experience with B2W Estimating software, minimum 4 years required.
• Proficiency in B2W, Excel, Microsoft Project, and Power Point.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods for substations (Electrical and civil).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to establish, develop, and maintain subcontractor and client relationships.

• Competitive compensation is paid weekly.
• Best‑in‑class;
  Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.
• 401(k) with company match, vested day‑one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.
• We provide paid sick leave as required by Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
• Pet Coverage.
• Legal Assistance Coverage.
• Award‑winning safety programs.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Growth Opportunities.