This position will be responsible for working on a wide variety of construction projects involving transmission, distribution, and substation electrical construction. This position is responsible for collecting and analyzing data to estimate the labor, equipment, materials, and subcontract for EPC or GC estimates. The primary goal of the position is to track, bid, and secure profitable work for the company while maintaining an acceptable ratio of awarded projects.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and quantify cost factors such as production time, materials, and labor expenses
Travel to jobsites to gather information on materials needed, labor required, and other factors
Read blueprints and technical documents to prepare estimates
Collaborate with engineers, project managers, procurement teams, and subcontractors to develop constructability plans and estimates
Consult with industry experts and management to discuss estimates and resolve issues
Use computer software to calculate estimates, primarily Excel and Bluebeam.
Evaluate a product’s cost-effectiveness or profitability
Recommend ways to make services and products more cost-effective or profitable
Work with other teams to prepare estimates and bids for clients
Develop project plans for the duration of the project
Ensure compliance with contract requirements
Prepare takeoffs and work with the project team to solicit and secure competitive subcontractor proposals and pricing
Review budgets versus actual performance with project teams and take corrective action as necessary
Assist in writing work scopes and reviewing contract change orders and field change order proposals
Assist in reviewing, estimating, and negotiating multiple project change orders
Ensure all required paperwork is submitted promptly and in accordance with company policies.
Requirements
Prior experience working within the utilities or construction environment is highly preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Electrical Engineering and/or Construction Management with 5 years’ experience in the medium and high voltage electrical substation and transmission construction industry, or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.
Ability to read, interpret, and analyze electric construction drawings and specifications
Extensive knowledge of industry practices, procedures, and market trends
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel & Word)
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Strong critical thinking skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in parallel
Preferred Skills
Previous medium and high voltage electrical construction experience
Knowledge, experience, and ability to estimate EPC (Engineer, Procure, Construct) type projects.
Knowledge, experience, and ability to estimate related types of work such as electrical and civil substation construction, distribution, and transmission line construction, etc.
