Estimator - Transmission and Distribution

Description

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers, to gather critical information and ensure accurate, comprehensive cost estimations.
• Responsible for updating cost history and database management.
• Prepare detailed bid proposals, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and full compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Assess potential risks associated with projects and develop mitigation strategies to minimize financial exposure and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and technological advancements to enhance estimating techniques and processes
• Perform material takeoffs to accurately quantify materials and components from engineering drawings. Estimate quantities for High Voltage Transmission Lines, Substations, and Distribution networks using both direct takeoffs from drawings/maps.
• Review project specifications, blueprints, and related documentation to assess the project scope and accurately determine resource requirements.
• Engage in regular team meetings with Burns & McDonnell’s U.S. offices to understand project scope, execute estimation tasks, and provide status updates. Communicate effectively to address any project concerns and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Review of RFP and engineering documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work.
• Develop accurate cost estimates for Transmission, Distribution, and Substation projects by assessing materials, labor, equipment, and other key cost factors as per AACEi Cost Estimate Classifications.
• Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology ensuring quality estimates are produced.
• Conduct comprehensive cost analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings, value engineering, and alternative solutions, ensuring quality and project specifications are not compromised.
• Develop factored and bottoms up Class 5, 4 and 3 (conceptual, feasibility and budget authorization) estimates for transmission and distribution projects (T-line or Substations).

Requirements

• Work independently or with the Lead Estimator of Burns & McDonnell US office.
• Understanding of engineering, procurement, contracts and construction work processes.
• Awareness of electrical construction practices, codes, and regulations related to Transmission, Distribution, and Substation projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A strong desire to continuously learn and develop estimation skills across diverse industries.
• 5 to 15 years of experience in T&D estimation, tendering, or proposals. Experience in substation and transmission line projects is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Willingness to work permanently in the 2nd shift (12:30 PM to 9:00 PM) to align with U.S. office hours and ensure effective collaboration.
• Strong understanding of power transmission and distribution systems, including substation design, overhead lines, and underground cable projects.
• Advanced understanding of contract cost mechanisms, including Fixed and Variable costs, and their application in project estimation. Ability to analyze cost structures, assess cost risks, and recommend strategies for managing budget variations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Familiarity with key terms in Engineering, Material, Equipment, Labor, Permits, and Construction work.
• Proficient in advanced Excel. Experience with other estimating software (InEight, HeavyBid, CostOS, Sage EOS) is a plus.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance