Principal Estimator; Hybrid

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We have an amazing opportunity to join our Eversource Estimating team. As Principal Estimator it is responsible for the highest level of estimating work across the Eversource three‑state area. Responsibilities include accomplishing major, complex estimating activities such as commercial bids. The incumbent is a recognized technical expert in all aspects of estimating functions and may serve as an estimating team leader for major projects, groups of projects, or bids.

The role can be based in Hartford, CT or Westwood, MA

• Develops estimates for large major projects or suites of projects including FERC 1000 projects (typically over $10M).
• Leads estimate review process for competitive bid projects with the bid team.
• Provides expert peer review of estimates prepared internally and by outside vendors.
• Supports standardization of cost estimating templates across the three‑state territory to ensure consistency and efficiency for developing cost estimates.
• Identifies and quantifies project risks and associated risk/contingency cost impacts and clarifications, as well as coordinating the risk effort with the project team and the enterprise risk committee.
• Develops contractor or vendor bid comparisons.
• Supports cost estimating tools and database development to ensure estimates are well documented and updated based on project actuals.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience working on competitive, high‑stakes projects that require strategic cost estimating and effective resource allocation.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to adapt to evolving project requirements and market conditions.

• Expert commercial estimating background including responding to competitive requests for proposals (RFP).
• Comprehensive electric industry estimating knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of transmission and substation power system planning, engineering, maintenance, and operations.
• Lead efforts to develop collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
• Understanding of the Federal and New England regulatory environment and its impact on the Transmission Business.
• Knowledge of Eversource’s office automation and information systems such as Power Plan, Maximo, etc.
• Ability to enhance internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to make formal presentations and translate technical information into terms that are meaningful to the audience.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. Experience with working and developing an estimating system is desirable.

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project estimating, or a similar field is required. A focus in electrical engineering or estimating is preferred. An advanced degree in engineering or business administration is desirable.

• Minimum of ten (10) years in the technical, operational, estimating, or engineering aspects of the utility/construction industry. At least four (4) years’ experience in one or more aspects of the job is required, and transmission experience is strongly preferred.

• Registered Professional Engineer is desirable (NH, MA, or CT preferred).

• Must be available to work emergency storm assignments as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA, CT, and NH as necessary.

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross‑functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership &…