Electrical Estimator - Utilities & Grid Projects

Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support electric utility projects by developing distribution and power system designs, project estimates, construction packages, and technical documentation. You will work closely with utility clients, project managers, engineers, field personnel, and customers to transform requirements into cost-effective, construction-ready solutions.

This role suits a technically minded professional who enjoys problem-solving, collaboration,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in electrical utility design, construction estimating, distribution engineering, or related infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of electric distribution systems and utility construction practices.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) requirements and utility design standards.
• Experience preparing project estimates, cost analyses, engineering documentation, and construction packages.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with utility engineering and design software such as SPIDAcalc, O-Calc, CYME or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS-based drafting platforms, or utility mapping systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical distribution designs and construction packages in accordance with NESC requirements, utility standards, and customer specifications.
• Develop estimates, cost analyses, and project documentation for new customer services, system upgrades, overhead and underground facility replacements, subdivision developments, and renewable energy interconnections.
• Analyze engineering and construction requirements using utility modeling, estimating, and design tools to develop safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
• Perform field reviews and site assessments to gather project information, validate design requirements, and support estimate development.
• Prepare construction-ready drawings, equipment specifications, easement documentation, contracts, and work orders.
• Collaborate with utility customers, engineers, project managers, municipal agencies, contractors, and property owners to ensure project success.
• Review designs and estimates to verify compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, budget expectations, and client objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Written & verbal communication

Multi-project management

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SPIDAcalc

O-Calc

CYME

AutoCAD

GIS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Asplundh Engineering Services is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support electric utility projects by developing distribution and power system designs, project estimates, construction packages, and technical documentation. You will work closely with utility clients, project managers, engineers, field personnel, and customers to transform requirements into cost-effective, construction-ready solutions.

This role suits a technically minded professional who enjoys problem-solving, collaboration,