Estimator High Voltage Substation, Transmission and Distribution

Description

• Prepare awarded bid package to turn over to construction team for project execution.
• Coordinate site visits and attend as required to prepare estimates/proposals
• Review RFP packages and identify project requirements for preparing a complete bid and formal proposal to meet owner criteria and deadlines.
• Prepare proposal letters and bid forms to obtain quotes from material vendors and subcontracts.
• Assist with material buy-outs and subcontract development for awarded projects.
• Travel may be required
• Identify and ensure compliance with local and national codes/standards
• Manages requests for information (RFIs) during bid process.
• Prepare preliminary project schedules to ensure ability to meet expected project milestones and contract completion dates.
• Coordinate project scope divisions of responsibility with material vendors and sub-contractors.
• Estimates Substation, Transmission and Distribution projects including plan and spec (lump sum), design build / EPC (engineer/procure/construct), and design assist projects.
• Meet with and interact with customers, throughout each project's life-cycle in order to maintain positive client relationship.
• Maintain contact with the construction project team through project execution to maintain current estimating units are consistent with construction outputs.
• Qualify quotes from material vendors and sub-contracts.
• Applies estimating best practices and procedures.

Requirements

• Proficient computer skills with experience with MS Office software to include word, excel, Microsoft project, and power point.
• Familiar with a data-base construction estimating software package
• Knowledge of codes and regulations within the utility industry.
• High voltage electrical experience in utility line and substations a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• 2 or 4 year college degree in engineering or construction management or 5 years of relevant experience.
• Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) drug test, and MVR check when responsibilities require operating motor vehicles.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance