Project Controls Specialist (Electrical Estimator)

Sirius Staffing; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Sirius Staffing is seeking a Project Controls Specialist (Electrical Estimator) in Detroit, MI to develop and manage project estimates, ROMs, budgets, and detailed cost loading for multiple clients.

The role supports project teams by reviewing designs, bids, and change orders, building WBS-based estimates, and applying risk and value engineering techniques to drive accurate, compliant project controls in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 10+ years of job-relevant Electrical Journeyman estimating experience.
• Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with 8+ years of job-relevant experience estimating electrical systems.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, with 6+ years of job-relevant experience estimating electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update project estimates.
• Develop ROM, budgetary, unit pricing, and definitive estimates.
• Review design documents and scope packages for completeness.
• Review contractor and engineering estimates and validate quantities and costs.
• Review bids for scope accuracy and pricing.
• Develop estimate details by Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Analyze costs and perform risk analysis, benchmarking, value engineering, constructability reviews, and claim analysis.
• Ensure estimating and planning controls are implemented and maintained.

Skills

Excel

Electrical systems understanding

Analytical problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED (10+ years electrical estimating)

Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering or related (8+ years)

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related (6+ years)

Tools

Estimating software

On-screen takeoff software

Job description

Project Controls Specialist - (Electrical Estimator) Location: Detroit, MI Pay Rate: $75.86

Job Summary

The Project Controls Specialist assists project management teams by developing, monitoring, and updating project estimates and integrated project plans to support efficient project execution. This role applies established methods, standards, processes, procedures, guidelines, and templates to manage, develop, and control project estimates. The position is an individual contributor role that supports project management teams and multiple clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update project estimates.
• Develop Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM), budgetary, unit pricing, and definitive (detailed) estimates.
• Review design documents and scope packages for completeness.
• Review contractor and engineering estimates and validate quantities and costs.
• Review and evaluate contractor bids for scope accuracy and optimal pricing.
• Review change orders for scope and cost accuracy.
• Develop estimate details by Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to cost-load project schedules.
• Analyze costs and perform risk analysis, benchmarking, value engineering, constructability reviews, and claim analysis.
• Develop methods, techniques, standards, processes, procedures, guidelines, and templates to support project controls and project plan integration.
• Ensure required project estimating and planning controls are properly implemented and maintained.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by capturing lessons learned and participating in after-action reviews.
• Work within a team or matrixed structure while supporting multiple clients.
• Adapt to shifting priorities and evolving responsibilities.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED with 10+ years of job-relevant Electrical Journeyman estimating experience.
• Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with 8+ years of job-relevant experience estimating electrical systems.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, with 6+ years of job-relevant experience estimating electrical systems.

Additional Requirement

Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience understanding electrical systems, reading plans, calculating labor and material costs, and working on large construction projects, preferably in renewable energy (solar, wind, etc.).
• Experience with electrical work, including substations, overhead (OH), and underground (UG) cable work.
• Experience estimating all project costs, including engineering, design, project management, construction, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with on-screen takeoff or other estimating software.

Other Requirements

• May require the physical ability to work in a power plant environment, including climbing stairs and working in hot or confined environments.
• Occasional travel to project sites may be required to support project teams and contractor walkdowns.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills when working with individuals at all levels, both inside and outside the corporation.
• Strong presentation and advocacy skills, including the ability to present project results and research and engage in persuasive written and verbal communication.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify key issues, evaluate alternatives, and recommend optimal solutions.
• Ability to develop and coordinate cross-functional work groups and projects.

Sirius Staffing is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law.

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