Associate Estimator, Estimating

National Grid; Northborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid is seeking an Associate Estimator in Northborough, MA for the Project Estimating department. This hybrid role focuses on delivering accurate, timely construction estimates for large capital projects, coordinating with Engineering, Project Management and Construction teams.

The role emphasizes cost estimation across materials, labor, equipment, permitting and environmental compliance, with a clear career path within the department and promotion opportunities as you gain experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field; or at least 2 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Proficient MS Office skills (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proven interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of planning, design, and construction processes.
• Able to work with various team members during all project phases.

Responsibilities

• Train and mentor to learn National Grid's business structure, the utility business, and estimating practices.
• Prepare accurate and timely construction estimates based on designs, site visits, contracts, materials, permitting, environmental considerations, labor and equipment.
• Analyze themes and trends to ensure factors are included in estimates.
• Assess risk on large capital projects and apply contingency; develop risk registers and quantitative assessments.
• Update estimating system software for data storage and retrieval and improve efficiency.
• Monitor year-over-year accuracy of costs and ensure regulatory compliance and on-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with vendors and engineers to discuss estimates and resolve issues.
• Seek ways to improve processes to drive efficiency in the assigned area.
• Work independently to manage schedule and workload to meet dates.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

MS Office (Word/Excel/Access/PowerPt/

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About us

National Grid is hiring an Associate Estimator for our Project Estimating department in Northboro, MA. This is a hybrid role.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.

The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business

Job Purpose

This position is one of National Grid's career path roles which provide for promotional opportunities within and across salary bands as you develop and evolve in the position by gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills

Project Estimating plays a critical role in shaping National Grid's short and long term capital budgets for the core lines of businesses within the US. By working closely with numerous other departments including Engineering, Project Management, and Construction, our highly collaborative team develops detailed, defensible estimates using nationally recognized estimating techniques. Our unique position within the business allows us to participate as core project team members in challenging and interesting capital projects. We are constantly seeking ways to improve our own performance through team-developed department initiatives as well as analysis of actual spend to our estimates upon project completion

The Estimator will prepare accurate and timely construction estimates for large scale complex construction projects. Estimates include all aspects of a project including materials, engineering, permitting, environmental compliance, construction, labor and equipment.

Key Accountabilities

• Training sessions and mentoring to learn the National Grid business structure, the utility business and estimating practices.
• Prepare accurate and timely construction estimates based on engineering designs, drawings, site visits, contractual agreements, materials, permitting, environmental, construction labor, and equipment. Incorporate solid understanding of the utility construction process into complex estimates.
• Analyze key themes and trends to ensure all factors are properly considered, priced and included in the project estimate.
• Determine understanding of risk associated with large capital projects and the application of contingency. This would include application and development of risk registers, Quantitative Risk Assessments, and/or Monte Carlo Simulations.
• Revise and update the estimating system software to support storage and retrieval of estimating information and enhance efficiency and operability of the system.
• Monitor year-on-year accuracy of estimated costs and challenge business processes in order to ensure National Grid is compliant with applicable regulations and deliver projects on budget. Perform planned versus actual evaluations upon project completions for costs and schedule. Document findings and develop improvement plans based on the analysis.
• Consult and collaborate with vendors, personnel in other departments or engineers to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Challenge existing ways of working and continuously seek ways to do things better in order to drive greater efficiencies within assigned area.
• Work independently to manage schedule and workload in order to meet need dates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field. ex: Project Management, Business, Finance Degree required, or at least 2 years experience in lieu of degree
• Proficient MS Office computer skills (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proven interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of planning, design, and construction process.
• Able to work and interact with various team members during all phases of projects.

More Information

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Salary

$76,000 - $89,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.