Lead Estimator, Electric Power Projects

Hooper-Corporation; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

9 Paid Holidays

Identity Theft Protection

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Hooper-Corporation is seeking an Estimating Manager to lead the bidding process for Electric Power projects, including T&D lines and substations. The role requires developing bid schedules, preparing detailed estimates, and maintaining estimating systems.

You will guide a team of estimators, update pricing, and ensure accurate budgeting across multiple projects. The position involves office work with site visits as needed, with a company that offers competitive compensation and a full benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develops a bid schedule in consultation with department head.
• Prepares project estimates with detailed plan take-off and pricing.
• Updates material pricing and labor rates regularly to reflect changes.
• Maintains estimating system and software.
• Prices change orders on large projects.
• Evaluates bid results and maintains bid database for future use.
• Leads and mentors other estimators to high performance.
• Develops estimating rules of thumb and budgeting criteria.
• Attends departmental meetings and related functions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership/mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Technical education or apprenticeship in engineering/construction

Tools

CAD/BIM

Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Hooper-Corporation is seeking an Estimating Manager to lead the bidding process for Electric Power projects, including T&D lines and substations. The role requires developing bid schedules, preparing detailed estimates, and maintaining estimating systems.

You will guide a team of estimators, update pricing, and ensure accurate budgeting across multiple projects. The position involves office work with site visits as needed, with a company that offers competitive compensation and a full benefits