Power Estimating Director: Lead Major Infra & Substations

FlatironDragados; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 265,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FlatironDragados seeks an Estimating Director - Power to lead a team of estimators, develop bids, and manage vendor/subcontractor selection for major utility and energy projects in Dallas. You will provide executive leadership from award through closeout and ensure cost-effective project execution across high-risk environments.

Ideal candidates bring 20+ years in leadership of infrastructure and energy projects (up to 500 kV), PMP preferred, and a track record in business development and formal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 20+ years of direct leadership experience managing major infrastructure, energy, or electrical transmission projects up to 500 kV.
• 15+ years of experience in project pursuits, estimating, project management, business development, field operations, or related leadership functions.
• 10+ years of program or project leadership experience delivering transmission and substation projects valued at $100 million or greater.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with investor-owned utilities (IOUs), public-sector agencies, and key project stakeholders.
• Experience delivering projects within a union environment is strongly preferred; however, highly qualified candidates with non-union experience will also be considered.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Building, developing, and maintaining strategic client relationships across utility and energy markets.
• Leading project pursuits, estimating efforts, proposal development, and execution budget preparation.
• Overseeing subcontractor and vendor procurement, selection, and performance management.
• Providing executive-level leadership and support to project delivery teams throughout all phases of project execution, from award through closeout.
• Managing warranty obligations, claims resolution, and post-project client support.
• Driving successful project outcomes within complex, dynamic, and high-risk operating environments while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.

Skills

Executive leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Business development

Relationship management

Vendor/subcontractor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

FlatironDragados seeks an Estimating Director - Power to lead a team of estimators, develop bids, and manage vendor/subcontractor selection for major utility and energy projects in Dallas. You will provide executive leadership from award through closeout and ensure cost-effective project execution across high-risk environments.

Ideal candidates bring 20+ years in leadership of infrastructure and energy projects (up to 500 kV), PMP preferred, and a track record in business development and formal