Estimator II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +7 more states.

📋 Description

• Prepare, develop, and sustain comprehensive cost estimates and bid documentation for Transmission & Distribution (T&D) and substation projects, supporting BPA Master Service Agreement (MSA) scopes.

• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and customer needs to create precise and competitive project estimates.

• Travel to project locations to assess existing conditions, confirm constructability, and enhance estimate accuracy.

• Lead discussions on bid strategy and assist in proposal development, pricing evaluations, and customer presentations.

• Collaborate with project management, engineering, procurement, and field operations teams during the estimation process and project execution.

• Monitor awarded contracts for changes in scope, extra work authorizations, material impacts, credits, and other cost-related concerns.

• Aid field personnel in identifying, developing, and recommending change orders and revisions to scope.

• Ensure bid submissions, customer deliverables, and presentation requirements are completed accurately and within set deadlines.

• Identify construction risks, schedule impacts, and operational challenges, proposing cost-effective solutions.

• Support procurement planning by coordinating material pricing, vendor quotes, and subcontractor scopes.

• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of estimating methodologies, tools, processes, and reporting.

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders regarding planning, scheduling, reporting, progress updates, and project coordination.

• Prepare and present summaries of estimates, project assumptions, risk assessments, and pricing recommendations to leadership and clients.

• Maintain communication with clients, project teams, and leadership, positively influencing project outcomes through collaboration and technical expertise.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

• 5+ years of pertinent estimating experience in utility, electrical, transmission & distribution, substation, or heavy civil construction projects.

• Proven experience in estimating mid-sized utility infrastructure projects.

• Strong knowledge of Transmission & Distribution (T&D), substation construction, and practices within the utility industry.

• Proficiency in computerized estimating and bidding software, including B2W.

• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with project management principles and practices.

• Completion of H&M Project Management Methodology (PMM) training and/or formal project management coursework.

• Strong analytical capabilities and complex problem-solving skills.

• Ability to assess project risks, interpret technical documentation, and devise practical, cost-effective solutions.

• Effective communication and organizational abilities.

• Capacity to collaborate across operations, engineering, procurement, and client teams.

• Capability to manage multiple estimates, deadlines, and priorities in a dynamic project environment.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to ensure accuracy in cost development, documentation, and reporting.

• Willingness to travel to the Pacific Northwest as needed for business, team meetings, customer engagements, and other significant events.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(k) Plan

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Voluntary Short Term & Long-Term Disability

• Paid time off