Electric Power Estimator: Bids & Budgets

HOOPER; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off (PTO)

9 paid holidays

Identity Theft Protection

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Hooper, an established electric power and mechanical contractor, seeks an Estimator to price assigned Electric Power projects including T&D powerlines and Substations. The role involves developing bid schedules, performing plan take-offs, and obtaining material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.

Responsibilities include updating pricing, maintaining the estimating system, and supporting bids through execution with strong analytical and CAD/BIM skills, handling 120–200 estimates annually.

Qualifications

• Two years technically oriented education in engineering, construction management, or apprenticeship in a related discipline.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with Excel, Word, Outlook and CAD/BIM familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Develop bid schedules with the Department Head and procure/return project plans for estimation.
• Prepare project estimates via detailed plan take-offs and pricing from materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Update material and labor rates regularly to reflect market changes.
• Maintain the estimating system and related software; price change orders on large projects.
• Evaluate bid results and maintain the bid database for future reference.
• Assess completed job costs against estimates to improve future estimates.
• Attend department meetings and related functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Excel

CAD/BIM

Education

Two years technical education in engineering/construction management

Tools

CAD/BIM

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Hooper, an established electric power and mechanical contractor, seeks an Estimator to price assigned Electric Power projects including T&D powerlines and Substations. The role involves developing bid schedules, performing plan take-offs, and obtaining material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.

Responsibilities include updating pricing, maintaining the estimating system, and supporting bids through execution with strong analytical and CAD/BIM skills, handling 120–200 estimates annually.