Precision Utility Estimator – Transmission & Substation

Useapc; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Power Constructors seeks a Project Utility Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for transmission, distribution, and substation projects. You’ll work with the Estimating Director, Project Management, Operations, and Procurement to assemble bid packages, assess risks, and price subcontractor and supplier proposals.

Responsibilities include proposal preparation, bid documentation, and market pricing research, with travel as needed to bid sites and meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent utility construction estimating experience
• Three (3)+ years of transmission, distribution, and substation estimating experience
• Knowledge of utility construction methods and electrical systems from 12kV-345kV
• Experience with estimating software and Microsoft 365 applications

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for transmission, distribution, and substation projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and RFPs.
• Develop labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and production cost estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed pricing.
• Prepare complete proposal and bid documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing and proposals.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as required.
• Evaluate bid risks, assumptions, exclusions, and value engineering opportunities.
• Support preparation of technical proposal responses and work plans.
• Maintain estimating databases and current market pricing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project coordination

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft 365

Job description

Atlantic Power Constructors seeks a Project Utility Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for transmission, distribution, and substation projects. You’ll work with the Estimating Director, Project Management, Operations, and Procurement to assemble bid packages, assess risks, and price subcontractor and supplier proposals.

Responsibilities include proposal preparation, bid documentation, and market pricing research, with travel as needed to bid sites and meetings.