Power T&D Estimator — Bids & Proposals

Foundation Personnel Inc; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Personnel Inc. seeks an experienced Estimator with a background in US Power T&D construction to support pricing and bidding of transmission, distribution and substation projects.

Responsibilities include preparing estimates, reviewing drawings and bid documents, completing take-offs, and developing accurate project costs. The role collaborates with PMs, engineers and operations throughout the bidding process.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating within US Power Transmission, Distribution and/or Substation construction.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specs.
• Experience with bid preparation and project take-offs.
• Proficient with estimating software such as HCSS, HeavyBid or Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates, bids and proposals for Power T&D construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and bid documents.
• Complete material, labour and equipment take-offs.
• Develop accurate project costs and pricing.
• Work with Project Managers, Engineers and Operations teams throughout the bidding process.
• Obtain and review subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Identify project risks, exclusions and potential cost impacts.
• Support bid strategy, proposals and client presentations where required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Reading electrical drawings

Bid preparation

Project take-offs

Tools

HCSS

HeavyBid

Bluebeam

Job description

Foundation Personnel Inc. seeks an experienced Estimator with a background in US Power T&D construction to support pricing and bidding of transmission, distribution and substation projects.

Responsibilities include preparing estimates, reviewing drawings and bid documents, completing take-offs, and developing accurate project costs. The role collaborates with PMs, engineers and operations throughout the bidding process.