Lead Estimator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Supervise, guide, and provide technical support to regional project estimators, including mentorship and reviews.

• Evaluate technical project needs and staffing requirements throughout the estimating phase.

• Lead the creation of pre-construction deliverables such as written proposals, schedules, cash flow analyses, and exhibit reviews.

• Oversee estimator workloads and delegate projects to team members.

• Examine project plans, specifications, and documentation to develop cost estimates.

• Work with the Estimating Manager to implement efficient estimating procedures and processes.

• Relay essential estimating insights to leadership.

• Identify project risks, constraints, and opportunities for cost savings.

• Utilize estimating software and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Collaborate with the Estimating Manager to benchmark historical data.

• Create comprehensive cost estimates for electrical transmission, generation, distribution, substation, and Battery Energy Storage projects.

• Partner with project managers and engineers to ensure estimates align with execution plans.

• Engage in bid negotiations and assist with contract award processes.

• Stay informed about market conditions, industry standards, and new technologies in the electrical high-voltage sector.

• Perform any additional tasks as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is advantageous.

• Experience in interpreting blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documents to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the Electrical High Voltage, Utility, or Renewables Industry.

• Knowledge of estimating for substation and/or battery energy storage projects is essential.

• Strong understanding of protection and control schemes.

• Capability to prepare construction schedules using Microsoft Project and/or Primavera.

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite applications.

• A valid driver’s license is required; travel may be necessary.

• Strong analytical, organizational, verbal, and written communication abilities.

• Capacity to maintain focus on tasks for extended periods.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse partners throughout project phases.

🏝️ Benefits

• Engaging initiatives and team events that promote meaningful connections.

• A culture that emphasizes wellbeing, inclusion, collaboration, respect, accountability, and lasting relationships.

• Practical experience and exposure to a variety of projects.

• Opportunities for career advancement across disciplines, locations, and paths.

• Continuous learning, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities.

• Competitive salary package.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Recognition and appreciation of accomplishments.

• Pre-employment screening, including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.