Scoping & Estimating Engineer

Brooksource; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooksource is seeking a Scoping & Estimating Engineer to support transmission line and substation projects by developing scopes, estimates, schedules, and resource plans. You will collaborate with engineers, analysts, designers, drafters, stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to evaluate requirements and produce conceptual estimates for successful execution.

The ideal candidate is analytical, self-directed, with experience managing multiple projects while balancing scope, schedule, cost,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• PE License or FE certification preferred.
• At least 2 years engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual scopes and estimates for transmission line and substation projects.
• Analyze drawings and documents to estimate labor, materials, equipment, and costs.
• Identify risks, scope gaps, and cost drivers impacting execution.
• Collaborate with sponsors to define plans and durations.
• Review estimates for completeness, contingency, and escalation.
• Maintain scope, cost, and schedule documentation during development.
• Support change management and revisions documentation.
• Provide project status updates and support emergent needs.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and contractors during estimating.
• Ensure estimates adhere to standards and best practices.
• Participate in reviews, peer assessments, and lessons learned audits.
• Support continuous improvement of estimating methodologies and tools.
• Engage in industry forums to stay current.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Willingness to travel

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related

Professional Engineer (PE) License

FE certification

Tools

Sage

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Scoping & Estimating Engineer to support transmission line and substation projects through the development of project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and resource plans. This individual will work closely with engineers, business analysts, designers, drafters, project stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to evaluate project requirements and develop conceptual estimates that support successful project execution. The ideal candidate is analytical, self-directed, and experienced in managing multiple projects while balancing scope, schedule, cost, and quality objectives in a utility environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual project scopes and estimates for transmission line and substation projects.
• Analyze engineering drawings, technical documents, and project information to estimate labor, materials, equipment, and construction costs.
• Identify project risks, assumptions, scope gaps, and cost drivers that may impact project execution.
• Collaborate with project sponsors and stakeholders to define project plans, key materials, contractor resource requirements, and project durations.
• Review project estimates for completeness, accuracy, contingency, and escalation considerations.
• Perform preliminary feasibility reviews and layout assessments to support safe and constructible project designs.
• Maintain project scope, cost, and schedule documentation throughout the project development phase.
• Support change management activities and ensure revisions to scope, cost, and schedule are properly documented.
• Provide project status updates and support emergent project needs.
• Coordinate with internal project teams, consultants, and contractors throughout the estimating process.
• Ensure project estimates adhere to established engineering standards, quality requirements, and utility best practices.
• Participate in project reviews, peer assessments, and challenge meetings.
• Conduct audits of completed projects to identify estimating gaps, lessons learned, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to estimating methodologies, software tools, and project execution processes.
• Participate in industry organizations and technical forums to remain current on utility and infrastructure industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline required.

OR

• Professional Engineer (PE) License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil Engineering background.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification.
• Previous electric utility experience.
• Experience supporting transmission, substation, or utility infrastructure projects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and project documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Experience with estimating and project planning tools such as Sage, Primavera, Microsoft Office Suite, and other scheduling/resource planning platforms.
• Understanding of utility construction practices and project execution methodologies.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to work effectively under changing priorities, schedule pressures, and project constraints.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Additional Information

• Fully remote position with travel to project sites and meetings as needed.
• Candidates must be comfortable supporting multiple projects across various geographic locations.
• Occasional extended or irregular hours may be required to support project deadlines and business needs.
• Opportunity to support critical transmission and substation infrastructure projects that enhance system reliability, safety, and operational performance.

Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws