Estimating Manager, Electric Power Projects

HOOPER; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

9 paid holidays

Identity Theft Protection

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Hooper seeks an Estimating Manager to lead the bid development process for Electric Power projects, including T&D and substations. You will manage the estimating team, develop bid schedules, and ensure accurate take-offs and pricing across material, labor, and sub-contractor inputs.

Responsibilities include maintaining estimating systems, tracking bid results, and mentoring junior estimators. Strong leadership, communication, and CAD/BIM familiarity are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Two years technical education in engineering or construction management or related apprenticeship.
• At least 5 years estimating experience on construction projects; able to lead teams.
• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook; good CAD/BIM understanding.

Responsibilities

• Develop bid schedules with department head; procure/return project plans for estimating.
• Prepare timely project estimates via detailed take-offs and pricing.
• Update material/labor pricing regularly to reflect market changes.
• Maintain estimating software and systems.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strong communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Two years engineering/construction management education or apprenticeship

Tools

CAD/BIM

Job description

Hooper seeks an Estimating Manager to lead the bid development process for Electric Power projects, including T&D and substations. You will manage the estimating team, develop bid schedules, and ensure accurate take-offs and pricing across material, labor, and sub-contractor inputs.

Responsibilities include maintaining estimating systems, tracking bid results, and mentoring junior estimators. Strong leadership, communication, and CAD/BIM familiarity are essential for success.