Assistant Estimator: Substation & Transmission (Python & AI)

Quanta Services, Inc.; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Potelco, Inc. seeks an Assistant Estimator to join the Sumner, WA team.

You will provide estimating services for Substation, Distribution, or Transmission construction projects, delivering cost-effective and detailed estimates while managing scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality. Collaborate with clients, vendors, and field leadership to estimate costs, align with customer needs, and support pre-bid activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting or relevant experience.
• At least 1+ years of experience with Python and AI.
• Strong written communications; ability to compose basic as well as complex technical documents, formal letters, invoices.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment.
• Must be willing to travel as estimating necessitate.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, or equivalent.
• Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s).
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the estimate of distribution, transmission, or substation projects in accordance with Potelco’s policies and procedures.
• Consult with clients, vendors, and field leadership to effectively estimate cost and resolve inconsistencies.
• Work with operations to ensure the estimate, schedule, and work plan best suite the customers’ needs and provide a safe and cost-effective solution.
• Attend customer pre-bid meetings and job walks.
• Participate in proposal development effort.
• Track and maintain operations feedback regarding cost and performance to improve future estimating efforts.
• Utilize Python and AI to assist in the estimating process.

Skills

Python

AI

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Travel willingness

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management / Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Potelco, Inc. seeks an Assistant Estimator to join the Sumner, WA team.

You will provide estimating services for Substation, Distribution, or Transmission construction projects, delivering cost-effective and detailed estimates while managing scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality. Collaborate with clients, vendors, and field leadership to estimate costs, align with customer needs, and support pre-bid activities.