Estimator

CoVolt Power; City of Albany (NY); Remote; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CoVolt Power in Albany, NY, is seeking an experienced Estimator to develop cost estimates for HV and MV electrical power systems on EPC/turnkey projects. The role may be performed from our Albany corporate office or remotely.

You will analyze client RFPs, review preliminary designs, and collaborate with engineering and procurement to produce accurate bids and project budgets.

Qualifications

• Experience cost estimating for HV/MV substations and transmission lines.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, NESC, OSHA, NERC, IEEE, ANSI, IEC codes.
• Ability to read preliminary drawings and develop estimates.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates and project budgets for substation projects.
• Review RFPs, design drawings, and scope to shape estimates.
• Prepare material takeoffs and bid packages for bids.
• Present estimates to leadership and support proposals.

Skills

Cost estimation

Project coordination

Substation knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bid2Win

Job description

CoVolt Power is a leading utility-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) company specializing in the design and delivery of solar, battery energy storage (BESS), and high-voltage infrastructure. Since its founding in 2005, the company has built a reputation for de-risking project delivery and providing creative, integrated solutions that span the power and digital infrastructure sectors.

Consistently ranked as a top-tier EPC, CoVolt Power leverages a mission-driven approach to safety and quality, delivering thousands of megawatts in renewable assets that support a more resilient and sustainable energy future for developers, utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), and data center operators across North America.

We are seeking an Estimator at our corporate office in Albany, NY, or in a remote position.

Position Summary:

The position assumes the responsibilities of an estimator performing cost estimates for HV and MV electrical power systems, including electrical power substations and transmission/distribution systems, primarily on an EPC/turnkey/design-build basis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:

• Practical knowledge and understanding of Engineering/Procurement/Construction types of projects.
• Understanding unique requirements and constraints of multiple types of projects, including engineering-only, EPC, utility, renewable, industrial, commercial, etc.
• Interface and coordinate with other departments, including preconstruction, engineering, procurement, project management and field services.
• Work independently to develop cost estimates and project budgets for substation and transmission line projects
• Review client RFP documents to determine scope, schedule and design criteria
• Review preliminary design drawings and documents
• Develop cost estimates for internal labor efforts, including engineering, project management, procurement, admin, etc.
• Develop detailed material takeoffs
• Develop equipment and subcontractor bid packages/requests to solicit pricing
• Respond to vendor and subcontractor RFI’s
• Evaluate and levelize vendor and subcontractor bids for use in cost estimates
• Assist in development of project proposals
• Present cost estimates to department and company leadership
• Assist in contract development on awarded projects, ensuring contract scope and price aligns with estimate
• Assist in project kickoff/turnover to project execution team
• Compile and track historical bids and project execution costs for reference/use on future bids

Educational Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, Civil Engineering and/or related Engineering Technologies is preferred

Experience & Training Requirements:

3+ Years’ Experience in cost estimating of Transmission Level Substations and Transmission Lines (13.8kV – 500 kV) including:

• All aspects of EPC substation/transmission projects
• Internal engineering costs
• Equipment and material costs
• Construction labor and materials costs
• Testing and Commissioning costs
• Overhead and general conditions costs
• Project Management, administrative and project support costs
• Codes and Standards: NEC, NFPA, NESC, OSHA, NERC, RUS, IEEE, ANSI, IEC, Local and Federal Building Codes
• Familiarity with reviewing preliminary substation and transmission line electrical drawings and calculations in order to generate cost estimates.
• Ability to conceptualize the needs of substation and transmission line projects based on project RFPs, many times with limited to no detailed information or drawings.
• Highly motivated and able to execute tasks independently.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work well with others in a team setting.
• Skilled in practice of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Skilled in problem solving in time-sensitive situations

Computer Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in the following software programs:
• AutoCAD (2015 or later) – Basic
• Bid2Win or other estimating software - Intermediate

Travel Requirements:

• Estimators’ travel level is typically 10%.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift / move equipment up to 15 lbs.

Important Interview Policy:

To ensure a focused conversation and protect the privacy of both our candidates and team members, the use of AI note-takers, recording devices, or real-time transcription software is strictly prohibited during this interview. If an unauthorized bot joins the meeting, our team will ask for it to be removed before beginning the interview. Thank you for your cooperation!

CoVolt Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

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