Electrical Estimator

About this Role - Substation Estimator

We are looking for a talented Substation Estimator that has a passion for quality construction. This position is responsible for independently developing cost estimates and resource requirements with a primary focus on utility Substation capital and maintenance construction projects across the country.

• Review plans, specifications, and drawings to perform substation material take-offs and analyze costs to develop construction cost estimate.
• Assist with the assembly of the project proposal to include supporting documents, bid forms, project schedules and review of the final proposal before submittal.
• Assist project team in scoping of projects for engineering, construction, and contractual requirements.
• Prepare indicative project estimates based on limited information and general scopes of work, often lacking specific precedence.
• Develop detailed post-approval project estimates based on company standards and site‑specific facility drawings.
• Develop project schedule and analyze time, equipment, tooling, material, and manpower requirements for each project.
• Schedule and hold comprehensive bid reviews with upper management, project managers and field personnel to cover scope, review costs, subcontractors, and risk.
• Provide expert judgment of costs to support competitive bid and negotiated contracts, assist with technical requirements in contract negotiations as needed.
• Assist with the development of standardized historical cost databases and application tools to aid future estimates.
• Provide pre‑construction support and technical expertise to project management team as projects are awarded.
• Review scope, specifications, and drawings to determine subcontractors required. Develop request for quote documents and evaluate subcontractor quotes for scope gap and possible follow up requests.
• Interface with customers, vendors, and subcontractors to determine the cost of the project.
• Visit customer field locations as required to assess site requirements and project conditions.
• Attend pre and post bid meetings as required and be able to effectively present information to clients to sell our projects.
• Analyze special safety and code requirements on all projects.
• Work as part of an integrated Operations and Estimating team in acquiring projects.
• Properly turn over bid documents to Operations in a timely manner.

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to anticipate and meet internal and external customer needs.
• Proven technical, analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficient in the use of Excel.
• Familiarity with estimating software, project management tools, and other relevant software.
• A strong understanding of electrical systems, components, and industry standards.
• Knowledge of Utility, Solar, Wind, and Battery Storage a plus.
• BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience (Preferred).
• 3-5 years of estimating, project management or relevant field experience in the utility substation construction industry (Preferred).

• 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Lock Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Discounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability