Estimator & Project Manager

Divergent Alliance; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Divergent Alliance in Algonquin, Illinois is seeking an Estimator & Project Manager for mission-critical and data center electrical infrastructure projects. The role estimates and manages medium- and high-voltage infrastructure including underground duct bank, medium-voltage feeders, terminations, substations and interconnection work.

This position handles detailed takeoffs, bid management from prequalification through award, and project execution including schedule, budget, procurement and

Qualifications

• Eight or more years estimating and managing electrical infrastructure or heavy electrical construction projects.
• Data center, mission critical or large industrial project experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with medium-voltage distribution, duct bank and substation scope.
• Proficiency with estimating software and construction management platforms.
• Strong understanding of project cost control and change order management.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for electrical infrastructure projects including takeoffs, labor units and equipment pricing.
• Review drawings, specifications and scopes of work and develop clarifications and qualifications.
• Manage the bid process from prequalification through proposal and award.
• Manage awarded projects including schedule, budget, procurement and subcontractors.
• Administer submittals, RFIs, change orders and project documentation.
• Prepare schedules of values and monthly progress billing.
• Maintain accurate cost-to-complete reporting and project forecasting.
• Coordinate long-lead equipment procurement and delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, developers, engineers and general contractors.
• Manage project profitability from award through closeout.

Skills

Estimating experience

Project management

Electrical infrastructure

Cost control

Change orders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Divergent Alliance is seeking an Estimator & Project Manager for mission critical and data center electrical infrastructure projects, based in our Algonquin, Illinois office.

This role estimates and manages medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure scope including underground duct bank, medium-voltage feeders, terminations, substations and interconnection work.

Pay Range: $150,000 - $190,000

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, paid company holidays, health insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare detailed estimates for electrical infrastructure projects including takeoffs, labor units and equipment pricing
• Review drawings, specifications and scopes of work and develop clarifications and qualifications
• Manage the bid process from prequalification through proposal and award
• Manage awarded projects including schedule, budget, procurement and subcontractors
• Administer submittals, RFIs, change orders and project documentation
• Prepare schedules of values and monthly progress billing
• Maintain accurate cost-to-complete reporting and project forecasting
• Coordinate long-lead equipment procurement and delivery
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, developers, engineers and general contractors
• Manage project profitability from award through closeout

QUALIFICATIONS

• Eight or more years estimating and managing electrical infrastructure or heavy electrical construction projects
• Data center, mission critical or large industrial project experience strongly preferred
• Experience with medium-voltage distribution, duct bank and substation scope
• Proficiency with estimating software and construction management platforms
• Strong understanding of project cost control and change order management
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred