Estimator, Estimating

National Grid; Northborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid in Northborough, MA is hiring an Estimator for our Electric Project Estimating group in a hybrid role. You will develop detailed construction estimates for large scale electric projects, incorporating materials, labor, equipment, permitting, and environmental considerations.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience) with 2+ years of relevant work, or 5+ years if no degree, plus proficiency in MS Office and

Qualifications

• Must have a engineering or construction management background with relevant estimates experience.
• Experience with Sage or other estimating software is preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
• Able to work with cross-functional teams and communicate clearly.
• Must have a valid driver's license with safe driving history.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely construction estimates for large scale projects.
• Incorporate materials, labor, equipment, permitting, environmental, and engineering aspects.
• Assess risk and apply contingencies; develop risk registers and quantitative analyses.
• Monitor estimate accuracy year over year and support project budgets.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and vendors to resolve issues.
• Manage schedule and workload to meet project needs and deadlines.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Associate degree with 2+ years relevant experience

5+ years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Sage

Estimating software

MS Office

Job description

About us

National Grid is hiring a Estimator for our Electric Project Estimating department in Northboro, MA. This is a hybrid role.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.

The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

Project Estimating plays a critical role in shaping National Grid's short and long term capital budgets for the core lines of businesses within the US. By working closely with numerous other departments including Engineering, Project Management, and Construction, our highly collaborative team develops detailed, defensible estimates using nationally recognized estimating techniques. Our unique position within the business allows us to participate as core project team members in challenging and interesting capital projects. We are constantly seeking ways to improve our own performance through team-developed department initiatives as well as analysis of actual spend to our estimates upon project completion

The Estimator will prepare accurate and timely construction estimates for large scale complex construction projects. Estimates include all aspects of a project including materials, engineering, permitting, environmental compliance, construction, labor and equipment.

Key Accountabilities

• Prepare accurate and timely construction estimates based on engineering designs, drawings, site visits, contractual agreements, materials, permitting, environmental, construction labor, and equipment. Incorporate solid understanding of the utility construction process into complex estimates.
• Determine understanding of risk associated with large capital projects and the application of contingency. This would include application and development of risk registers, Quantitative Risk Assessments, and/or Monte Carlo Simulations.
• Monitor year-on-year accuracy of estimated costs and challenge business processes in order to ensure National Grid is compliant with applicable regulations and deliver projects on budget. Perform planned versus actual evaluations upon project completions for costs and schedule. Document findings and develop improvement plans based on the analysis.
• Work independently to manage schedule and workload in order to meet need dates.
• Challenge existing ways of working and continuously seek ways to do things better in order to drive greater efficiencies within assigned area.
• Consult and collaborate with vendors, personnel in other departments or engineers to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, closely related field ex: Project Management, Construction, Business or Finance Degree, or Associate Degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, 5+ years of relevant work experience and training may be considered.
• Preferred - Experience working on Electric Utility construction projects, Utility Project Management, Risk Management and/or Estimating experience, Knowledge of Sage or other estimating software applications.
• Proficient MS Office computer skills (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills and proven interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles.
• Able to work and interact with various team members during all phases of projects.
• Must have a valid driver's license with safe driving history

More Information

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Salary

$96,000 - $112,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

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This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.