Energy Project Controls Estimator

ComEd; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonus

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

ComEd is seeking an experienced cost estimator to develop detailed Phase 1–3 project cost estimates for substations, transmission, distribution and gas projects. You will perform field walk-downs, develop WBS-based estimates, and provide analytical support to refine estimating methods and budgets.

The role requires understanding of engineering drawings, cost components, and project controls; you will interact with project managers and senior staff to challenge estimates and ensure accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with related experience in cost estimating or project controls
• 2–4 years related experience (or 3–6 years without degree)
• Ability to build high/low level estimates from design/scope documents
• Strong interfacing with management and stakeholders
• Experience with design drawings, engineering prints and quantities
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint; knowledge of Estimating tools
• Ability to perform forecasting, variance analysis and KPI tracking
• Experience with estimating software and enterprise systems

Responsibilities

• Develop Phase 1–3 cost estimates in WBS format with clear assumptions
• Model, forecast, trend, and analyze estimates and KPIs
• Maintain unit costs and update databases for estimates
• Develop unit costs and parametric ranges for standard scopes
• Update estimates with current docs and lead estimate reviews
• Prepare for and participate in estimate and contractor bid reviews
• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure understanding and validation of estimates

Skills

Advanced Excel

Word/PowerPoint

Data analysis

Project management

SAP planning

Asset Suite 8

WinEst

InEight

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting/Technical Field

Tools

WinEst

InEight

Asset Suite 8

SAP planning

MS Project

Job description

ComEd is seeking an experienced cost estimator to develop detailed Phase 1–3 project cost estimates for substations, transmission, distribution and gas projects. You will perform field walk-downs, develop WBS-based estimates, and provide analytical support to refine estimating methods and budgets.

The role requires understanding of engineering drawings, cost components, and project controls; you will interact with project managers and senior staff to challenge estimates and ensure accuracy.