Lead Estimator - Substations

Primoris Services Corporation; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation paid weekly

Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Pet Coverage

Legal Assistance Coverage

Award-winning safety programs

Overtime opportunities

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Primoris Services Corporation, located in Denton, Texas, seeks a Lead Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for Substation construction projects. You will lead detailed cost development using InEIGHT Estimate software, analyze project details, and collaborate across departments.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of estimating experience in the power delivery sector or related construction, with strong organizational and communication skills. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in power delivery or related construction sectors with concentration in EPC.
• Proficiency in estimating software, Bluebeam, Excel, Microsoft Project, and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods for air-insulated substations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of detailed cost estimates using InEIGHT Estimate (HardDollar).
• Analyze project scope, drawings, specifications, and RFP documentation.
• Collaborate with scheduling leads and operations to define milestone dates.

Skills

Estimating experience in power delivery or related construction sectors

Proficiency in estimating software, Bluebeam, Excel, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint

Strong understanding of construction means and methods for air-insulated substations

Experience with InEIGHT Estimate (HardDollar)

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Proven ability to establish and maintain subcontractor relationships

Job description

Job Overview

Primoris T&D provides construction, maintenance, and engineering of electric Transmission, Distribution, and Substation infrastructure. Ancillary services include wireless telecommunication installation, environmental cleanup, project management, and storm restoration services.

The Lead Estimator is a seasoned professional responsible for developing accurate and detailed cost estimates for complex Substation construction projects. This role requires strong technical proficiency, leadership, and collaboration across departments to ensure estimates align with project goals and organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of detailed cost estimates using InEIGHT Estimate (HardDollar) software.
• Analyze and understand project scope, drawings, specifications, and RFP documentation to determine labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Engage subcontractors early in the pursuit process, issue RFPs, and evaluate proposals using Best Value templates.
• Collaborate with scheduling leads and operations to define milestone dates, critical path, construction durations, and float, contributing to a functional schedule.
• Maintain rigorous document control practices across pursuit folders, including estimate files, subcontractor quotes, and review documentation.
• Conduct and actively participate in constructability reviews to evaluate project feasibility and execution strategies. Engage in quality assurance reviews to validate the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of estimates.
• Perform comprehensive risk analysis by identifying known and potential project risks, and maintain a detailed risk registry to document consequences, probabilities, mitigation strategies, and budget impacts, including targeted contingency planning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in power delivery or related construction sectors with concentration in EPC.
• Proficiency in estimating software, Bluebeam, Excel, Microsoft Project, and Power Point.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods for air‑insulated substations.
• Demonstrable experience with InEIGHT Estimate (HardDollar) is a huge plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to establish, develop, and maintain subcontractor relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation paid weekly.
• Best‑in‑class Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.
• 401(k) with company match, vested day‑one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.
• Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends".
• Legal Assistance Coverage.
• Award‑winning safety programs.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Growth Opportunities.
• And more.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.