Estimator - Gas Power Generation

Blattner Energy, Inc.; Avon (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

HDHP insurance for employees

401(k) match

HSA/FSA options

Dental & Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Work/Life balance

Gym on site

Job summary

Blattner Energy in Avon, MN is seeking an experienced estimator to lead the bidding process for gas-powered generation projects. You will review plans, specs, and vendor proposals to build accurate time, cost, and labor estimates.

You will also plan sequencing, issue RFPs, and evaluate competing bids to select the most cost-effective solution. The role requires a four-year degree in construction or engineering and experience in energy or heavy civil estimating, with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of gas-powered generation estimating or 4+ years in general construction estimating.
• Travel up to 25% of time.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, drawings, specs and vendor proposals to develop accurate estimates.
• Prepare a level-one project schedule and determine crew size and productivity.
• Issue RFPs to qualified vendors/subcontractors and evaluate bids.
• Calculate quantities, material costs, labor, equipment, and create cost summaries.

Skills

Reading drawings

Cost estimation

Proposal development

Scheduling plan

Bid evaluation

Education

Bachelor's in Construction/Engineering

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Oracle

Sisense

Job description

Blattner is expanding our energy construction leadership into gas power generation. This is a unique opportunity to help build this new business from the ground up, backed by a company with decades of proven success in the energy sector. This position will help us shape the processes and standards that carry this business forward to deliver end-to-end hybrid energy solutions.A DAY IN THE LIFEIn this role, you’ll lead the estimating process and ensure all proposals meet technical and RFP requirements. You’ll review plans, drawings, specifications, and vendor proposals, as well as evaluate subcontractor quotes and related documentation to develop accurate time, cost, and labor estimates. You’ll also ensure that scope, schedule, and bid pricing are aligned and complete.STEP INTO THE ROLEReviews specifications and drawings to determine and establish scope of work responsibilities, required estimate contents, and critical tasks needed to complete the project. Recommends best solution from design options based on cost, engineering, quality, or availability of materials.Develops a plan for building and scheduling the project along with provides an explanation of the methods used. Prepare a level one schedule and thought process for sequencing the project to determine crew size, resources, and productivity used.Demonstrates proficiency in developing and issuing of RFP’s to qualified vendors and subcontractors to ensure proposals are accurately evaluated prior to the bid review process. Evaluate quotes using comparison metrics to determine most commercially and technically responsible bidders. Ensures RFP’s establish basis of scope and pricing from supplier/subcontractor.Calculates various statistical data: quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs, equipment cost, and specialty items. Tracks and research historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compiles summary reports and bridging documents to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates.WHAT YOU’LL NEEDA four-year degree in Construction, Engineering or related field, or combinations of related education and experience required.Two or more years of progressive related experience in Gas Powered Generation field or four or more years of practical crew based estimating experience in other construction industries.Up to 25% of travel is required.WHAT SETS YOU APARTAbility to read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and cost coding systems.Strong knowledge of construction estimating techniques, cost control, and proper scheduling of purchases and work.Proficient in HCSS Heavy Bid and Microsoft Office.Knowledge of Salesforce, Oracle, and Sisense.Experience in Renewable Energy.HOW WE INVEST IN YOUCompetitive pay100% employer paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees401(k) with company matchHSA and FSA optionsDental and Vision insuranceEducation Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)Work/Life balanceEmployee/Family focused cultureGym on siteAnd more!$75,553.00 - $109,552.00 Individual Compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity.WHO ARE WE?With more than 115 years of construction experience, Blattner has played a vital role in building America’s critical infrastructure, ranging from railroads and highways to dams and mines. Since 1997, the company has focused on renewable energy solutions and is responsible for some of the most significant solar, wind and storage projects in the U.S. Today, Blattner has installed over 20% of America’s utility-scale wind, solar and energy storage capacity. Blattner Company is the parent company of Blattner Energy and D.H. Blattner & Sons, of which all are members of the Quanta Services family of companies. Company headquarters are in Avon, Minnesota.Blattner is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Blattner will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Blattner is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Blattner prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.