Associate Estimator for Substation & Transmission Projects

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 Associate Project Manager to join the Estimating team in Sumner, WA. You will deliver cost-effective estimates for Substation, Distribution, or Transmission projects and collaborate with clients, vendors, and field leadership to refine cost, schedule, and scope.

The role requires strong Python and AI capabilities, a civil engineering/engineering management background, and willingness to travel. The team emphasizes accuracy and safety across EPC projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, or a related field.
• At least 1+ years of experience with Python and AI.
• Strong written communication skills; ability to prepare basic and complex technical documents.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment.
• Must be willing to travel as estimating necessitates.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to identify opportunities and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Strong analytical skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• 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 suit 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 programming

AI usage

Written communication

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Willingness to travel

Attention to detail

Drug screening compliance

Driver's license

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Python

AI tools

Job description

Potelco, Inc. seeks an Associate Project Manager to join the Estimating team in Sumner, WA. You will deliver cost-effective estimates for Substation, Distribution, or Transmission projects and collaborate with clients, vendors, and field leadership to refine cost, schedule, and scope.

The role requires strong Python and AI capabilities, a civil engineering/engineering management background, and willingness to travel. The team emphasizes accuracy and safety across EPC projects.