Electrical Estimator- (Transmission & Distribution)

Jobot; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and Disability insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

An electrical infrastructure organization based in New York is looking for an Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates and manage bidding for transmission and distribution projects. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience in estimating utility-scale electrical projects, and strong collaboration skills. The position offers competitive benefits including employer-paid insurance and a 401(k) plan, alongside the opportunity to work on large-scale projects that support renewable energy initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field essential.
• Experience estimating electrical construction projects required.
• Ability to review technical drawings is necessary.
• Proficiency with scheduling software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical construction projects.
• Review project documentation to define scope and requirements.
• Perform material and labor take-offs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for pricing information.

Skills

Project strategy influence

Communication skills

Collaboration with teams

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or related field

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Estimator – Transmission & Distribution

Salary: $150,000 - $225,000 per year. This role is responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates and supporting preconstruction efforts for transmission, distribution, and electrical infrastructure projects. The Estimator will analyze bid documents, perform take‑offs, and develop proposals that support competitive and accurate project bids.

This position is hosted by Ellie Staver via Jobot.

Why join us?

We are a growing electrical infrastructure and energy solutions organization supporting utility‑scale projects across transmission, substations, renewable energy, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Our team partners closely with utilities, developers, and EPC partners to deliver complex high‑voltage and medium‑voltage electrical construction projects. This is an opportunity to work on large‑scale power and energy infrastructure projects that support grid reliability and renewable energy expansion.

What you can expect

• Employer‑paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Vacation
• Exposure to utility‑scale transmission, substations, and renewable energy projects
• Close collaboration with engineering, project management, and field leadership
• Opportunity to directly influence project strategy, bidding decisions, and profitability

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for transmission, distribution, and underground electrical construction projects
• Review RFP packages, specifications, drawings, and project documentation to determine scope and requirements
• Perform material and labor take‑offs for electrical infrastructure work
• Participate in field walk‑downs with superintendents, engineers, and customer representatives to evaluate project conditions
• Develop bid proposals, including project schedules, cost projections, and execution plans
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain pricing and timeline information
• Participate in internal bid review meetings and present estimate assumptions and project strategy
• Support the transition from estimating to project execution by providing detailed handoff documentation to project management teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or a related field
• Experience estimating transmission, distribution, substation, or utility‑scale electrical construction projects
• Ability to review technical drawings and develop accurate cost estimates and proposals
• Experience preparing and presenting complete bid packages independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Experience using Oracle Primavera P6 or similar scheduling software
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with internal teams and external partners

Nice to Have

• Experience with high‑voltage (HV) or medium‑voltage (MV) electrical construction
• Exposure to renewable energy or battery energy storage projects
• Experience working with utilities, EPC contractors, or large infrastructure projects

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